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Calhoun, GA
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Calhoun, GA
At a Glance
How Calhoun Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Calhoun's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Calhoun a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Calhoun residents earn a median household income of $51,439 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,119. The unemployment rate stands at 1.3% (64% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,241 business establishments, including 99 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Calhoun is $240,700 , 15% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $272,208. Median rent is $785/month, with 29.5% 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 1984.
Safety & Crime
Calhoun reports 299 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 21% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,162/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
18.3% of adults in Calhoun hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below the national average). 77.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Calhoun has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.