Carl, GA

Georgia

Carl is a small town in Georgia with a population of 178. Residents earn $42,281 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
178 Population 163/sq mi density
$42,281 Median Income $34,770 per capita
$336,700 Home Value $277,536 Zillow
$1,164 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$42,281 median income, 0.6% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$336,700 home value, $1,164/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,281
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $336,700
19% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,164
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population178
Median Age75.6 yrs
Density163/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,281
Per Capita$34,770
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,518M
Commute23 min

Housing

C
Home Value$336,700
Rent$1,164
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$277,536

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain52.4 in/yr
Elevation1,068 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+92.5%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute23 min
Libraries6

Is Carl a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carl receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Carl has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carl is $42,281, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carl is $336,700, 19% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,164 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Carl enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Carl has a population of 178 with a density of 163 people per square mile. The median age is 75.6 years, 94% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%).

Population

178
Total Population
163
People / sq mi
75.6yrs
Median Age
94% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Carl vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.4%
30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carl vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carl is $42,281, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Carl vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,281
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,770
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$77,495

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,142
County GDP$6,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare116
Retail262
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,380
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Carl is $336,700, 19% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,164 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $277,536.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$336,700
19% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$277,536

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,164
0% 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-Occupied69.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,380
25% above US avg
Effective Rate1.30%
In Carl, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death9,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access45.1%
Healthcare Facilities116

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Carl has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.4 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,068 ft (326 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density163/sq mi
Coordinates34.0030°N, 83.8140°W
County FIPS13157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.3%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 55.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+92.5%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density163/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities116
Restaurants100
Retail Stores262

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Work from Home8.9%

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