Cairo, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Grady County County
Cairo, GA
At a Glance
How Cairo Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cairo's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cairo a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cairo residents earn a median household income of $40,496 , which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,198. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 575 business establishments, including 32 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cairo is $114,300 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $186,171. Median rent is $728/month, with 32.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1987.
Safety & Crime
Cairo reports 241 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 37% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,522/100K.
Education
13.7% of adults in Cairo hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below the national average). 78.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cairo has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches.