Georgia
Cordele is a small city in Georgia with a population of 10,107. Residents earn $31,564 per year, which is 58% below the national average.
Based on current data, Cordele receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Cordele has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Cordele is $31,564, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 28.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Cordele is $110,700, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $761 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 634 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,106 per 100,000, 212% above the national average.
13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Cordele enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 96.9% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.1% |
| 77% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $31,564 |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,655 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $924 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,800 |
| Unemployment | 6.2% |
| 72% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 28.8% |
| 132% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 625 |
| County GDP | $1,377M |
| Restaurants | 57 |
| Healthcare | 57 |
| Retail | 115 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,552 |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.21% |
| Commute Time | 17.7 min |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |
| Census Median | $110,700 |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $130,418 |
| Median List Price | $199,450 |
| Median List Price | $199,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $38 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 91.8% |
| Price Drops | 16.0% |
| Inventory | 25 |
| Census Median Rent | $761 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 34.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,552 |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.21% |
| Obesity | 47.1% |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.8% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 5.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.3% |
| Depression | 20.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 82.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.6% |
| Premature Death | 16,331/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 46.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 57 |
| Total Violent | 633.8/100K |
| 67% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 35.7/100K |
| Robbery | 187.5/100K |
| Assault | 410.6/100K |
| Total Property | 6,106.1/100K |
| 212% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,383.7/100K |
| Theft | 4,534.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 187.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 65.8°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.1 inches |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 350 ft (107 m) |
| Area | 10.4 sq mi (27.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 969/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.9561°N, 83.7701°W |
| County FIPS | 13081 |
Winner: Republican by 26 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.3% |
| 61% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 969/sq mi |
| Total Area | 10.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 6 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 7 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 57 |
| Restaurants | 57 |
| Retail Stores | 115 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 17.7 min |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |