Cobbtown, GA

Georgia

Cobbtown is a small town in Georgia with a population of 560. Residents earn $51,932 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
560 Population 836/sq mi density
$51,932 Median Income $21,347 per capita
N/A Home Value $197,771 Zillow
$710 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
$51,932 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$710/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,932
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $710
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population560
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density836/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,932
Per Capita$21,347
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$406M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$710
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$197,771

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation248 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+94.4%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 26%
Commute28 min
Libraries1

Is Cobbtown a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cobbtown is $51,932, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $710 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cobbtown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Cobbtown has a population of 560 with a density of 836 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.4%), with 5.4% Hispanic, 5.2% Black.

Population

560
Total Population
836
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Cobbtown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.6%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.4%
15% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cobbtown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cobbtown is $51,932, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Cobbtown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,932
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,347
Avg Weekly Wage$866
IRS Avg AGI$53,037

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)272
County GDP$406M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare19
Retail46
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,212
8% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $710 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $197,771.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$197,771

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$710
39% 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-Occupied61.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,212
8% below US avg
In Cobbtown, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death18,173/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access57.2%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Cobbtown has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.8°F
24% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation248 ft (76 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density836/sq mi
Coordinates32.2792°N, 82.1383°W
County FIPS13043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.7%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 47.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density836/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants22
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Work from Home1.1%

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