Blakely, GA
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Blakely, GA
At a Glance
How Blakely Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Blakely's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Blakely a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Blakely residents earn a median household income of $52,656 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,477. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6% (56% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 275 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Blakely is $140,400 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $130,902. Median rent is $728/month, with 28.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Blakely reports 811 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 113% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,086/100K.
Education
12.7% of adults in Blakely hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 78.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Blakely has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.9 inches.