Home Value $199,000

29% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 15.5%

54% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,250

7% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.4%

23% higher than US avg

Unemployment 15.0%

317% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.9%

77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population329

Median Age33.1 yrs

Density326/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 50%

Veterans5.2%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$25,584

Unemployment15.0%

Poverty2.9%

County GDP$885M

Commute33 min

Housing

Home Value$199,000

Rent$1,250

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$246,402

Housing Units155

Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity39.4%

Uninsured15.2%

Smoking19.9%

Depression23.7%

Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)

AQI44 (Good)

Rain51.2 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation608 ft (185 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.5%

High School+78.0%

Graduate+7.3%

School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute33 min

Broadband93.2%

Libraries1

Is Carlton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carlton receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Carlton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carlton is $199,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Carlton 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. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Carlton has a population of 329 with a density of 326 people per square mile. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.2%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 45.6% Black.

Population

329

Total Population

326

People / sq mi

33.1yrs

Median Age

15% below US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%

Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Carlton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	68.7%
	12% below US avg
Spanish	31.3%
	134% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Carlton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carlton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 15.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Carlton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$25,584
Avg Weekly Wage	$858
IRS Avg AGI	$58,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	15.0%
	317% above US avg
Poverty Rate	2.9%
	77% below US avg
Establishments (County)	505
County GDP	$885M

Business (County)

Restaurants	24
Healthcare	19
Retail	54
Manufacturing	26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,953
	13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	33.3 min
Drive Alone	87.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Carlton is $199,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,250 (7% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $246,402.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$199,000
	29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$246,402

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,250
	7% above US avg
Rent Burden	27.5%

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-Occupied	72.8%
Housing Units	155
Median Year Built	1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,953
	13% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.99%

In Carlton, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.2% of residents lack health insurance. 19.9% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 32.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.4%
	23% above US avg
Diabetes	13.7%
Heart Disease	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	37.6%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	9.0%
Cancer	6.6%
Stroke	4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.9%
	42% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.4%
Physical Inactivity	32.7%
Depression	23.7%
Mental Distress	20.9%
Physical Distress	16.5%
Short Sleep	38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	75.9%
Uninsured	15.2%
	77% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.0%
Dental Visits	55.6%
Premature Death	10,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.5/10
Exercise Access	19.4%
Healthcare Facilities	19

Carlton 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 51.2 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	60.7°F
	12% above US avg
January Average	42°F (6°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	51.2 inches
	35% above US avg
Snowfall	2.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	44.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	608 ft (185 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density	326/sq mi
Coordinates	34.0410°N, 83.0422°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	13195

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.8-point margin. 93.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.2%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.5%
	54% below US avg
High School+	78.0%
Graduate Degree+	7.3%
School Test Score	4.92

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	326/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	93.2%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	19
Restaurants	24
Retail Stores	54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	33.3 min
Drive Alone	87.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.8%

Carlton, GA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Carlton a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Carlton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Carlton vs U.S. Average

Income: Carlton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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