Cumming, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Cumming is a small city in Georgia with a population of 7,869. Residents earn $79,073 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
7,869 Population 1,041/sq mi density
$79,073 Median Income $39,294 per capita
$366,800 Home Value $594,144 Zillow
$1,525 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
106 Violent Crime/100K 6,989 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$79,073 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$366,800 home value, $1,525/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
106 violent crimes/100K (72% below avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,073
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $366,800
30% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 106/100K
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.1%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,525
31% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,869
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density1,041/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,073
Per Capita$39,294
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$16,277M
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$366,800
Rent$1,525
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$594,144

Crime

F
Violent106/100K
Property6,989/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault88/100K
Burglary1,132/100K

Health

Obesity32.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain56.4 in/yr
Elevation1,255 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.1%
High School+83.5%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute31 min
EV Stations23
Libraries5

Is Cumming a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cumming receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates. Cumming offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cumming is $79,073, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cumming is $366,800, 30% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,525 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Cumming is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 106 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,989 per 100,000, 257% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cumming enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Cumming has a population of 7,869 with a density of 1,041 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.6%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 8.1% Black.

Population

7,869
Total Population
1,041
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
7.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cumming vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.0%
2% below US avg
Spanish23.0%
72% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cumming vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cumming is $79,073, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Cumming vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,073
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,294
Avg Weekly Wage$1,249
IRS Avg AGI$133,618

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,896
County GDP$16,277M

Business (County)

Restaurants403
Healthcare739
Retail735
Manufacturing228

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,646
61% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Work from Home14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cumming is $366,800, 30% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,525 (31% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $594,144.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$366,800
30% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$594,144
Median List Price$494,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$494,450
$/Sq Ft$247
Homes Sold13
Sale-to-List Ratio98.6%
Price Drops26.3%
Inventory76

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,525
31% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,173

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-Occupied48.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,646
61% above US avg
Effective Rate1.54%
In Cumming, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.3%
1% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma9.1%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.9%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death4,425/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access90.0%
Healthcare Facilities739
Cumming has a violent crime rate of 106 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,989 per 100,000 (257% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent106.2/100K
72% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery17.7/100K
Assault88.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property6,988.7/100K
257% above US avg
Burglary1,132.3/100K
Theft5,697.1/100K
Vehicle Theft159.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Cumming has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.4 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,255 ft (383 m)
Area7.6 sq mi (19.6 km²)
Population Density1,041/sq mi
Coordinates34.2061°N, 84.1338°W
County FIPS13117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 36.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%
D 32.9%

Winner: Republican by 33.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.1%
7% above US avg
High School+83.5%
School Test Score4.92
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,041/sq mi
Total Area7.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations23
Alt Fuel Stations27
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities739
Restaurants403
Retail Stores735

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Work from Home14.0%

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