Georgia
Blue Ridge is a small town in Georgia with a population of 1,688. Residents earn $45,938 per year, which is 39% below the national average.
Based on current data, Blue Ridge receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Blue Ridge has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Blue Ridge is $45,938, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Blue Ridge is $258,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $837 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Blue Ridge is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 79 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 8,737 per 100,000, 346% above the national average.
22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Blue Ridge 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 | 95.8% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.2% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $45,938 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,880 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $859 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,918 |
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.5% |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 828 |
| County GDP | $1,298M |
| Restaurants | 70 |
| Healthcare | 78 |
| Retail | 140 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,910 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.12% |
| Commute Time | 16.8 min |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |
| Census Median | $258,700 |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $504,992 |
| Census Median Rent | $837 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 37.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,910 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.12% |
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.6% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.0% |
| Depression | 23.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 82.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,245/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 78 |
| Total Violent | 79.4/100K |
| 79% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 79.4/100K |
| Total Property | 8,737.1/100K |
| 346% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 2,700.6/100K |
| Theft | 5,957.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 79.4/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| 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 | 1,743 ft (531 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 630/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8665°N, 84.3219°W |
| County FIPS | 13111 |
Winner: Republican by 64.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.3% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 630/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 78 |
| Restaurants | 70 |
| Retail Stores | 140 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 16.8 min |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |