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Braswell, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Braswell is a small town in Georgia with a population of 393. Residents earn $75,417 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
393 Population 124/sq mi density
$75,417 Median Income $25,652 per capita
$225,000 Home Value $250,674 Zillow
$887 Median Rent 43.8% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$75,417 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$225,000 home value, $887/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,417
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $225,000
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $887
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population393
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density124/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$75,417
Per Capita$25,652
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty17.9%
County GDP$5,183M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,000
Rent$887
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$250,674
Housing Units134
Rent Burden43.8%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured12.7%
Smoking15.8%
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain54.3 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation1,131 ft (345 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+92.1%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute36 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries4

Is Braswell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Braswell receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Braswell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Braswell is $75,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Braswell is $225,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $887 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Braswell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Braswell has a population of 393 with a density of 124 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.2%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 3.3% Black.

Population

393
Total Population
124
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.2%
Female 57.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Braswell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Braswell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Braswell is $75,417, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Braswell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,417
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,652
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$69,729

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,011
County GDP$5,183M

Business (County)

Restaurants192
Healthcare233
Retail302
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,858
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.5 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Braswell is $225,000, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $887 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,674.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,000
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$250,674

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$129
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.3%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$887
24% below US avg
Rent Burden43.8%

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-Occupied68.5%
Housing Units134
Median Year Built2002

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,858
10% above US avg
Effective Rate1.71%
In Braswell, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Uninsured12.7%
48% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits59.0%
Premature Death7,728/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access67.0%
Healthcare Facilities233
Braswell has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.3 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.3 inches
43% above US avg
Snowfall3.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,131 ft (345 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density124/sq mi
Coordinates33.9835°N, 84.9584°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS13223
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.1-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.7%
D 37.6%

Winner: Republican by 24.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+92.1%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score4.92
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density124/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities233
Restaurants192
Retail Stores302

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.5 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

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