Climax, GA

Georgia

Climax is a small town in Georgia with a population of 230. Residents earn $39,750 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
230 Population 288/sq mi density
$39,750 Median Income $28,946 per capita
$121,600 Home Value $207,874 Zillow
$698 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$39,750 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,600 home value, $698/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,750
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,600
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $698
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population230
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density288/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,750
Per Capita$28,946
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$1,428M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,600
Rent$698
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$207,874

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Elevation284 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+82.3%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute19 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries2

Is Climax a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Climax receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Climax offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Climax is $39,750, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Climax is $121,600, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $698 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Climax is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Climax enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Climax has a population of 230 with a density of 288 people per square mile. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.7%), with 11.3% Black.

Population

230
Total Population
288
People / sq mi
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Climax vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Climax vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Climax is $39,750, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Climax vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,750
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,946
Avg Weekly Wage$888
IRS Avg AGI$51,580

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)802
County GDP$1,428M

Business (County)

Restaurants51
Healthcare62
Retail116
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,046
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Climax is $121,600, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $698 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $207,874.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,600
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$207,874

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$698
40% 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-Occupied66.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,046
16% above US avg
Effective Rate3.33%
In Climax, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure37.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.6%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death14,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access53.9%
Healthcare Facilities62
Climax has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Climax has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation284 ft (87 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density288/sq mi
Coordinates30.8757°N, 84.4312°W
County FIPS13087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.8%
D 37.9%

Winner: Republican by 24 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+82.3%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density288/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities62
Restaurants51
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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