Camak, GA

Georgia

Camak is a small town in Georgia with a population of 425. Residents earn $62,222 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
425 Population 538/sq mi density
$62,222 Median Income $20,525 per capita
$656 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$62,222 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$656/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,222
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.5%
96% lower than US avg
Median Rent $656
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population425
Median Age22.9 yrs
Density538/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 8%
Veterans0.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,222
Per Capita$20,525
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$284M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$656
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units159
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity42.0%
Uninsured15.7%
Smoking18.7%
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation584 ft (178 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.5%
High School+70.9%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 52%
Commute20 min
Broadband49.2%
Libraries1

Is Camak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Camak receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Camak offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Camak is $62,222, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $656 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

1.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Camak enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Camak has a population of 425 with a density of 538 people per square mile. The median age is 22.9 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (83.5%), with 8% White.

Population

425
Total Population
538
People / sq mi
22.9yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.3%
Female 60.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Camak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Camak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Camak is $62,222, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Camak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,222
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,525
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$42,993

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)104
County GDP$284M

Business (County)

Healthcare6
Retail14
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,900
46% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Drive Alone96.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $656 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$656
44% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

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-Occupied73.8%
Housing Units159
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,900
46% below US avg
In Camak, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 21.3% report depression. 33.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes14.9%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure40.8%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.9%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.3%
Physical Inactivity33.3%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep42.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured15.7%
83% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.0%
Dental Visits47.8%
Premature Death14,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access0.6%
Healthcare Facilities6
Camak has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density538/sq mi
Coordinates33.4508°N, 82.6495°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS13301
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 1.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.7-point margin. 49.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.5%
D 52.2%

Winner: Democrat by 4.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.5%
96% below US avg
High School+70.9%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score4.92
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density538/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities6
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Drive Alone96.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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