Carnesville, GA

Georgia

Carnesville is a small town in Georgia with a population of 717. Residents earn $65,000 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
717 Population 199/sq mi density
$65,000 Median Income $45,370 per capita
$158,100 Home Value $304,294 Zillow
$870 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$65,000 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$158,100 home value, $870/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,000
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $158,100
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $870
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population717
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density199/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,000
Per Capita$45,370
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$1,502M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$158,100
Rent$870
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$304,294

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Elevation768 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.6%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Carnesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carnesville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Carnesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carnesville is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carnesville is $158,100, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $870 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Carnesville 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 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Carnesville has a population of 717 with a density of 199 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.7%), with 4.2% Hispanic, 9.5% Black.

Population

717
Total Population
199
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.2%
Female 42.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Carnesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carnesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carnesville is $65,000, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Carnesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,000
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,370
Avg Weekly Wage$898
IRS Avg AGI$55,627

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)610
County GDP$1,502M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare39
Retail106
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,317
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Carnesville is $158,100, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $870 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $304,294.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,100
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$304,294

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$870
25% 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-Occupied60.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,317
5% below US avg
Effective Rate2.10%
In Carnesville, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death12,333/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access41.8%
Healthcare Facilities39

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Carnesville 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 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.8°F
13% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation768 ft (234 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density199/sq mi
Coordinates34.3753°N, 83.2275°W
County FIPS13119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.2%
D 13.6%

Winner: Republican by 72.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.6%
School Test Score4.92
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density199/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants57
Retail Stores106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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