Georgia · Metropolitan Area
Brunswick is a small city in Georgia with a population of 15,248. Residents earn $34,021 per year, which is 55% below the national average.
Based on current data, Brunswick receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Brunswick has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Brunswick is $34,021, 55% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 29.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Brunswick is $128,300, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $876 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 1,414 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,554 per 100,000, 285% above the national average.
18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Brunswick enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 91.3% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 8.7% |
| 35% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $34,021 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,857 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,038 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,404 |
| Unemployment | 4.5% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 29.1% |
| 135% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,330 |
| County GDP | $6,274M |
| Restaurants | 310 |
| Healthcare | 285 |
| Retail | 450 |
| Manufacturing | 52 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,468 |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.26% |
| Commute Time | 19.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |
| Census Median | $128,300 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $250,684 |
| Median List Price | $309,750 |
| Median List Price | $309,750 |
| $/Sq Ft | $120 |
| Homes Sold | 8 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 92.2% |
| Price Drops | 15.8% |
| Inventory | 57 |
| Census Median Rent | $876 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,606 |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 40.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,468 |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.26% |
| Obesity | 43.7% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 45.9% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 9.3% |
| Stroke | 5.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.5% |
| Depression | 20.3% |
| Mental Distress | 21.3% |
| Physical Distress | 17.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 75.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.1% |
| Premature Death | 11,817/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 285 |
| Total Violent | 1,414.0/100K |
| 272% above US avg | |
| Murder | 12.6/100K |
| 100% above US avg | |
| Rape | 37.7/100K |
| Robbery | 364.5/100K |
| Assault | 999.3/100K |
| Total Property | 7,554.1/100K |
| 285% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 2,042.5/100K |
| Theft | 5,253.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 257.7/100K |
| Arson | 37.7/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 69.2°F |
| 28% above US avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.4 inches |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Area | 17.0 sq mi (44.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 895/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.1361°N, 81.4669°W |
| County FIPS | 13127 |
Winner: Republican by 26 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.8% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 895/sq mi |
| Total Area | 17.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 20 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 20 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 285 |
| Restaurants | 310 |
| Retail Stores | 450 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| Avg Commute | 19.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |