Brinson, GA

Georgia

Brinson is a small town in Georgia with a population of 173. Residents earn $72,000 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
173 Population 85/sq mi density
$72,000 Median Income $36,255 per capita
$119,600 Home Value $186,753 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,600 home value
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,000
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $119,600
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population173
Median Age65.0 yrs
Density85/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,000
Per Capita$36,255
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$411M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$186,753

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI44 (Good)
Elevation115 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+84.0%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 30%
Commute32 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries1

Is Brinson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brinson receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Brinson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brinson is $72,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brinson is $119,600, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Brinson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Brinson has a population of 173 with a density of 85 people per square mile. The median age is 65.0 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.1%), with 5.8% Hispanic, 21.4% Black.

Population

173
Total Population
85
People / sq mi
65.0yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Brinson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brinson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brinson is $72,000, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Brinson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,000
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,255
Avg Weekly Wage$809
IRS Avg AGI$49,898

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)232
County GDP$411M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare22
Retail47
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,217
8% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Brinson is $119,600, 58% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $186,753.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,600
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$186,753

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied95.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,217
8% below US avg
Effective Rate2.69%
In Brinson, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death13,377/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access16.9%
Healthcare Facilities22

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Brinson has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.2°F
24% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density85/sq mi
Coordinates30.9784°N, 84.7379°W
County FIPS13253
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.4-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.2%
D 29.7%

Winner: Republican by 40.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+84.0%
School Test Score4.92
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density85/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants16
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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