Georgia
Blairsville is a small town in Georgia with a population of 816. Residents earn $24,167 per year, which is 68% below the national average.
Based on current data, Blairsville receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Blairsville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
The median household income in Blairsville is $24,167, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 32.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Blairsville is $174,300, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $730 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in Blairsville is below the national average at 180 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,243 per 100,000, 65% above the national average.
2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Blairsville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 85.6% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 14.4% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $24,167 |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,106 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $898 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,341 |
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 32.1% |
| 159% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 770 |
| County GDP | $1,258M |
| Restaurants | 54 |
| Healthcare | 69 |
| Retail | 97 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,132 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.80% |
| Commute Time | 10.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.6% |
| Census Median | $174,300 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $375,867 |
| Census Median Rent | $730 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 26.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,132 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.80% |
| Obesity | 37.7% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.6% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.9% |
| Depression | 21.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 69.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,285/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 69 |
| Total Violent | 180.2/100K |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 180.2/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 3,243.2/100K |
| 65% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 540.5/100K |
| Theft | 2,162.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 540.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 60.3 inches |
| 59% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 3.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,882 ft (574 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 674/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8757°N, 83.9547°W |
| County FIPS | 13291 |
Winner: Republican by 62.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 2.9% |
| 91% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 674/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 5 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 69 |
| Restaurants | 54 |
| Retail Stores | 97 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 10.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.6% |