Bonanza, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Bonanza is a small town in Georgia with a population of 3,567. Residents earn $63,308 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
3,567 Population 3,397/sq mi density
$63,308 Median Income $30,037 per capita
$179,800 Home Value $224,918 Zillow
$1,521 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$63,308 median income, 10.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$179,800 home value, $1,521/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,308
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $179,800
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,521
31% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.6%
194% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

How Bonanza Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,567
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density3,397/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 14%

Economy

B
Median Income$63,308
Per Capita$30,037
Unemployment10.6%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$26,282M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,800
Rent$1,521
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$224,918

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain54.2 in/yr
Elevation840 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+93.1%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 15% / D 84%
Commute27 min
Libraries7

Is Bonanza a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bonanza receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Bonanza offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bonanza is $63,308, 16% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bonanza is $179,800, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,521 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bonanza enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Bonanza has a population of 3,567 with a density of 3,397 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (71.9%), with 13.6% White, 2% Hispanic.

Population

3,567
Total Population
3,397
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.4%
Female 59.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bonanza vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.6%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.4%
45% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bonanza vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bonanza is $63,308, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Bonanza vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,308
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,037
Avg Weekly Wage$1,481
IRS Avg AGI$40,293

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.6%
194% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,233
County GDP$26,282M

Business (County)

Restaurants466
Healthcare471
Retail756
Manufacturing93

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bonanza is $179,800, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,521 (31% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $224,918.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,800
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$224,918
Median List Price$214,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$214,900
$/Sq Ft$162
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio98.8%
Price Drops27.3%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,521
31% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,848

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Effective Rate1.91%
In Bonanza, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.0% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bonanza vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.9%
37% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure40.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.8%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.4%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression17.0%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.9%
Checkup Rate80.6%
Premature Death11,266/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access73.0%
Healthcare Facilities471

Crime Rates: Bonanza vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59

Safety Score

Bonanza has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.8°F
16% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.2 inches
43% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation840 ft (256 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density3,397/sq mi
Coordinates33.4589°N, 84.3378°W
County FIPS13063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 69.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 15.1%
D 84.3%

Winner: Democrat by 69.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score4.92
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,397/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants466
Retail Stores756

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Work from Home11.0%

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