Centralhatchee, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Centralhatchee is a small town in Georgia with a population of 497. Residents earn $40,625 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
497 Population 152/sq mi density
$40,625 Median Income $31,150 per capita
N/A Home Value $233,011 Zillow
$1,146 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$40,625 median income, 3.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$1,146/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,625
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,146
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population497
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density152/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,625
Per Capita$31,150
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$1,504M
Commute33 min

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,146
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$233,011

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Elevation846 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+82.9%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute33 min
Libraries3

Is Centralhatchee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Centralhatchee receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Centralhatchee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Centralhatchee is $40,625, 46% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.0% 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

Renters pay a median of $1,146 per month.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Centralhatchee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Centralhatchee has a population of 497 with a density of 152 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.7%), with 10.5% Hispanic, 6.8% Black.

Population

497
Total Population
152
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Centralhatchee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Centralhatchee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Centralhatchee is $40,625, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Centralhatchee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,625
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,150
Avg Weekly Wage$1,188
IRS Avg AGI$56,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)176
County GDP$1,504M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare3
Retail19
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,979
15% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.9 min
Work from Home14.2%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,146 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $233,011.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$233,011

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,146
1% 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-Occupied83.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,979
15% below US avg
In Centralhatchee, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.3%
1% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death14,528/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access0.4%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Centralhatchee has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.0 inches
40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density152/sq mi
Coordinates33.3689°N, 85.1037°W
County FIPS13149
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.9%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 72.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+82.9%
School Test Score4.92
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density152/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants8
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.9 min
Work from Home14.2%

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