Georgia
Claxton is a small town in Georgia with a population of 2,439. Residents earn $35,313 per year, which is 53% below the national average.
Based on current data, Claxton receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Claxton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Claxton is $35,313, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 35.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Claxton is $152,300, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Claxton is below the national average at 297 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,969 per 100,000, 51% above the national average.
12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Claxton 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. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 82.3% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 17.7% |
| 32% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $35,313 |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $17,893 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $824 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,252 |
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 35.0% |
| 182% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 283 |
| County GDP | $548M |
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 62 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,200 |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.10% |
| Commute Time | 19.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.5% |
| Census Median | $152,300 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $137,406 |
| Census Median Rent | $550 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 43.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,200 |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.10% |
| Obesity | 44.4% |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.5% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 8.7% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.9% |
| Depression | 20.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.7% |
| Physical Distress | 17.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 78.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.9% |
| Premature Death | 14,703/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Total Violent | 296.9/100K |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 127.2/100K |
| Assault | 169.6/100K |
| Total Property | 2,968.6/100K |
| 51% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 721.0/100K |
| Theft | 2,120.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 127.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.3°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.0 inches |
| 24% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 188 ft (57 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,402/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.1621°N, 81.9097°W |
| County FIPS | 13109 |
Winner: Republican by 42.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.0% |
| 64% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,402/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Retail Stores | 62 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 19.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.5% |