Median Income $63,214

16% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 16.3%

52% lower than US avg

Median Rent $635

45% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.3%

26% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.9%

75% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 23.2%

87% higher than US avg

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

People

Population324

Median Age35.9 yrs

Density187/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 35%

Veterans2.8%

Economy

Median Income$63,214

Per Capita$22,496

Unemployment0.9%

Poverty23.2%

County GDP$585M

Commute27 min

Housing

A+

Home ValueN/A

Rent$635

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$162,536

Housing Units153

Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity40.3%

Uninsured16.5%

Smoking20.0%

Depression21.9%

Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)

AQI44 (Good)

Rain47.0 in/yr

Sunny Days308/yr

Elevation238 ft (73 m)

Education

Bachelor's+16.3%

High School+91.9%

Graduate+6.6%

School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 25%

Commute27 min

Broadband70.2%

Libraries1

Is Chauncey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chauncey receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Chauncey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chauncey is $63,214, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 23.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $635 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Chauncey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Chauncey has a population of 324 with a density of 187 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (64.2%), with 34.9% White.

Population

324

Total Population

187

People / sq mi

35.9yrs

Median Age

8% below US avg

1.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%

Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Chauncey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.4%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.6%
	96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chauncey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chauncey is $63,214, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Chauncey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,214
	16% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$22,496
Avg Weekly Wage	$783
IRS Avg AGI	$45,503

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.9%
	75% below US avg
Poverty Rate	23.2%
	87% above US avg
Establishments (County)	377
County GDP	$585M

Business (County)

Restaurants	21
Healthcare	48
Retail	54
Manufacturing	16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,552
	27% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.5 min
Drive Alone	89.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.9%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $635 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $162,536.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values


Zillow ZHVI	$162,536

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$635
	45% below US avg
Rent Burden	51.0%

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	59.6%
Housing Units	153
Median Year Built	1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,552
	27% below US avg

In Chauncey, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.5% of residents lack health insurance. 20.0% are current smokers. 21.9% report depression. 33.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.3%
	26% above US avg
Diabetes	14.4%
Heart Disease	6.6%
High Blood Pressure	39.6%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	8.4%
Cancer	6.0%
Stroke	4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.0%
	43% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.0%
Physical Inactivity	33.8%
Depression	21.9%
Mental Distress	20.9%
Physical Distress	16.2%
Short Sleep	40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	78.6%
Uninsured	16.5%
	92% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.5%
Dental Visits	49.6%
Premature Death	13,999/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.5/10
Exercise Access	55.1%
Healthcare Facilities	48

Chauncey has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.0 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	65.8°F
	22% above US avg
January Average	49°F (9°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	47.0 inches
	24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	44.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	238 ft (73 m)
Area	1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density	187/sq mi
Coordinates	32.1118°N, 83.0680°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	13091

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.9-point margin. 70.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.8%

D 24.9%

Winner: Republican by 49.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	16.3%
	52% below US avg
High School+	91.9%
Graduate Degree+	6.6%
School Test Score	4.92

C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	187/sq mi
Total Area	1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	70.2%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	48
Restaurants	21
Retail Stores	54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.5 min
Drive Alone	89.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.9%

Chauncey, GA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Chauncey a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Chauncey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Chauncey vs U.S. Average

Income: Chauncey 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: Chauncey 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

Nearby Cities