Bostwick, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Bostwick is a small town in Georgia with a population of 398. Residents earn $80,625 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
398 Population 137/sq mi density
$80,625 Median Income $32,946 per capita
$341,200 Home Value
$1,844 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$341,200 home value, $1,844/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,625
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $341,200
21% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.4%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,844
59% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population398
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density137/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,625
Per Capita$32,946
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$2,564M
Commute19 min

Housing

A
Home Value$341,200
Rent$1,844
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden23.3%

Health

Obesity30.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation759 ft (231 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.4%
High School+93.0%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%
Commute19 min
Broadband92.2%
Libraries2

Is Bostwick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bostwick receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Bostwick offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bostwick is $80,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bostwick is $341,200, 21% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,844 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bostwick enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Bostwick has a population of 398 with a density of 137 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.4%), with 10.3% Black.

Population

398
Total Population
137
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bostwick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bostwick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bostwick is $80,625, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Bostwick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,625
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,946
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$139,064

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,615
County GDP$2,564M

Business (County)

Restaurants86
Healthcare209
Retail126
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,530
58% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bostwick is $341,200, 21% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,844 (59% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$341,200
21% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$289
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,844
59% above US avg
Rent Burden23.3%

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-Occupied90.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,530
58% above US avg
Effective Rate1.62%
In Bostwick, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.1%
6% below US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death5,599/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access73.3%
Healthcare Facilities209
Bostwick has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation759 ft (231 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density137/sq mi
Coordinates33.7377°N, 83.5139°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS13219
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.9-point margin. 92.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 31.6%

Winner: Republican by 35.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.4%
28% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score4.92
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density137/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.2%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities209
Restaurants86
Retail Stores126

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.4%

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