Colquitt, GA

Georgia

Colquitt is a small town in Georgia with a population of 2,085. Residents earn $37,763 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,085 Population 253/sq mi density
$37,763 Median Income $23,906 per capita
$101,600 Home Value $158,838 Zillow
$697 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$37,763 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,600 home value, $697/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,763
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,600
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $697
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.1%
47% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.4%
234% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,085
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density253/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 35%

Economy

C
Median Income$37,763
Per Capita$23,906
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty41.4%
County GDP$277M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,600
Rent$697
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,838

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity47.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Elevation166 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+70.4%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 25%
Commute26 min
Libraries1

Is Colquitt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Colquitt receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Colquitt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Colquitt is $37,763, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 41.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Colquitt is $101,600, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $697 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Colquitt enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Colquitt has a population of 2,085 with a density of 253 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (55.7%), with 35.3% White, 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

2,085
Total Population
253
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
8.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Colquitt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Colquitt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Colquitt is $37,763, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 41.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Colquitt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,763
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,906
Avg Weekly Wage$1,008
IRS Avg AGI$52,769

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate41.4%
234% above US avg
Establishments (County)165
County GDP$277M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare13
Retail26
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,257
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Colquitt is $101,600, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $697 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,838.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,600
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$158,838

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$697
40% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$737
1 Bedroom$742
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,167
4 Bedrooms$1,591

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied47.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,257
7% below US avg
Effective Rate3.21%
In Colquitt, 47.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 37.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.1%
47% above US avg
Diabetes17.3%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure44.1%
Asthma12.3%
COPD9.9%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.6%
Physical Inactivity37.5%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress17.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death22,799/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access19.7%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Colquitt has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.0°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.9 inches
50% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation166 ft (51 m)
Area8.2 sq mi (21.3 km²)
Population Density253/sq mi
Coordinates31.1732°N, 84.7324°W
County FIPS13201
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 24.6%

Winner: Republican by 50.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+70.4%
School Test Score4.51
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density253/sq mi
Total Area8.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants10
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Work from Home11.4%

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