Cataula, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Cataula is a small town in Georgia with a population of 1,898. Residents earn $119,737 per year, which is 59% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,898 Population 293/sq mi density
$119,737 Median Income $36,318 per capita
$299,200 Home Value $372,366 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$119,737 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$299,200 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $119,737
59% higher than US avg
Home Value $299,200
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.6%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,898
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density293/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

A+
Median Income$119,737
Per Capita$36,318
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$865M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$299,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$372,366

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain51.8 in/yr
Elevation645 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+94.1%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute32 min
Libraries1

Is Cataula a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cataula receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Cataula stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cataula is $119,737, which is significantly higher than the national average — 59% above $75,149. This places Cataula among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cataula is $299,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cataula enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Cataula has a population of 1,898 with a density of 293 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.9%), with 13.4% Black.

Population

1,898
Total Population
293
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
6.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cataula vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.9%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.1%
32% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cataula vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cataula is $119,737, which is 59% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Cataula vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$119,737
59% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,318
Avg Weekly Wage$909
IRS Avg AGI$84,910

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)585
County GDP$865M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare36
Retail68
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,988
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Cataula is $299,200, 6% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $372,366.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$299,200
6% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$372,366

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied93.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,988
14% above US avg
Effective Rate1.33%
In Cataula, 31.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.0% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.6%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression20.0%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death7,326/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access21.5%
Healthcare Facilities36

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Cataula has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.8°F
18% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.8 inches
36% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation645 ft (197 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.8 km²)
Population Density293/sq mi
Coordinates32.6650°N, 84.8652°W
County FIPS13145
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.8%
D 26.7%

Winner: Republican by 46.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.9%
41% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score4.92
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density293/sq mi
Total Area6.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants41
Retail Stores68

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Work from Home4.6%

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