Crooked Creek, GA

Georgia

Crooked Creek is a small town in Georgia with a population of 569. Residents earn $26,467 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
569 Population 176/sq mi density
$26,467 Median Income $23,605 per capita
N/A Home Value
$835 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$26,467 median income, 0.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$835/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,467
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $835
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population569
Median Age67.1 yrs
Density176/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$26,467
Per Capita$23,605
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$906M
Commute20 min

Housing

C+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$835
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Elevation378 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+97.2%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute20 min
Libraries1

Is Crooked Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crooked Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Crooked Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crooked Creek is $26,467, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $835 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Crooked Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Crooked Creek has a population of 569 with a density of 176 people per square mile. The median age is 67.1 years, 72% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.8%).

Population

569
Total Population
176
People / sq mi
67.1yrs
Median Age
72% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 33%
Female 67%

Race & Ethnicity

Crooked Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crooked Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crooked Creek is $26,467, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Crooked Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,467
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,605
Avg Weekly Wage$920
IRS Avg AGI$84,192

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)624
County GDP$906M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare41
Retail83
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,028
44% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $835 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$835
28% 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-Occupied46.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,028
44% above US avg
In Crooked Creek, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Crooked Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death12,213/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access72.8%
Healthcare Facilities41

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Crooked Creek has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation378 ft (115 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density176/sq mi
Coordinates33.2657°N, 83.2753°W
County FIPS13237
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 28.7%

Winner: Republican by 42.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+97.2%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density176/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants31
Retail Stores83

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Work from Home3.4%

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