Deenwood, GA

Georgia

Deenwood is a small town in Georgia with a population of 2,340. Residents earn $57,717 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,340 Population 699/sq mi density
$57,717 Median Income $27,133 per capita
$135,800 Home Value
$838 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$57,717 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,800 home value, $838/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,717
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,800
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.6%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $838
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,340
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density699/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,717
Per Capita$27,133
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$659M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,800
Rent$838
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Elevation142 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.6%
High School+95.4%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 11%
Commute23 min
Libraries1

Is Deenwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deenwood receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Deenwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deenwood is $57,717, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deenwood is $135,800, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $838 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Deenwood 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 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Deenwood has a population of 2,340 with a density of 699 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.8%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 16.5% Black.

Population

2,340
Total Population
699
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Deenwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.8%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deenwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deenwood is $57,717, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Deenwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,717
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,133
Avg Weekly Wage$871
IRS Avg AGI$58,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)442
County GDP$659M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare28
Retail70
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,121
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Deenwood is $135,800, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $838 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,800
52% below US avg
Median List Price$299,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$299,900
$/Sq Ft$130
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio95.2%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$838
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-Occupied76.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,121
11% below US avg
Effective Rate2.30%
In Deenwood, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 32.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure37.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity32.9%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.3%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death13,350/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access66.1%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Deenwood has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation142 ft (43 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density699/sq mi
Coordinates31.2468°N, 82.3657°W
County FIPS13229
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.7%
D 11.2%

Winner: Republican by 77.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.6%
33% below US avg
High School+95.4%
School Test Score4.92
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density699/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants30
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Work from Home1.6%

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