Cadwell, GA

Georgia

Cadwell is a small town in Georgia with a population of 538. Residents earn $37,000 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
538 Population 430/sq mi density
$37,000 Median Income $18,164 per capita
$81,000 Home Value $145,515 Zillow
$663 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$37,000 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,000 home value, $663/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,000
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,000
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $663
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.8%
108% higher than US avg

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

People

Population538
Median Age27.2 yrs
Density430/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

C+
Median Income$37,000
Per Capita$18,164
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty25.8%
County GDP$585M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,000
Rent$663
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$145,515

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Elevation369 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+71.4%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 25%
Commute29 min
Libraries1

Is Cadwell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cadwell receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cadwell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cadwell is $37,000, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 25.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cadwell is $81,000, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $663 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cadwell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Cadwell has a population of 538 with a density of 430 people per square mile. The median age is 27.2 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.5%), with 6.5% Black.

Population

538
Total Population
430
People / sq mi
27.2yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cadwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.0%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.0%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cadwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cadwell is $37,000, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Cadwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,000
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,164
Avg Weekly Wage$783
IRS Avg AGI$45,503

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.8%
108% above US avg
Establishments (County)377
County GDP$585M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare48
Retail54
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,552
27% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cadwell is $81,000, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $663 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $145,515.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,000
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$145,515

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$663
43% below US avg

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-Occupied63.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,552
27% below US avg
Effective Rate3.15%
In Cadwell, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.9%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death13,999/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access55.1%
Healthcare Facilities48

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Cadwell has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.0 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation369 ft (112 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density430/sq mi
Coordinates32.3401°N, 83.0406°W
County FIPS13091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.8%
D 24.9%

Winner: Republican by 49.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.8%
68% below US avg
High School+71.4%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density430/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants21
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Work from Home2.0%

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