Dillard, GA

Georgia

Dillard is a small town in Georgia with a population of 305. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
305 Population 173/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $34,362 per capita
$248,500 Home Value $342,773 Zillow
$920 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
296 Violent Crime/100K 888 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 1.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$248,500 home value, $920/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
296 violent crimes/100K (22% below avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $248,500
12% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 296/100K
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.4%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent $920
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population305
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density173/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$34,362
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$852M
Commute26 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$248,500
Rent$920
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$342,773

Crime

F
Violent296/100K
Property888/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary296/100K

Health

Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain70.5 in/yr
Elevation2,182 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.4%
High School+94.5%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute26 min
EV Stations3
Libraries1

Is Dillard a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dillard is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dillard is $248,500, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $920 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Dillard is below the national average at 296 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 888 per 100,000, 55% below the national average.

Education

30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dillard experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 70.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Dillard has a population of 305 with a density of 173 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%), with 4.6% Hispanic.

Population

305
Total Population
173
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Dillard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.5%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.5%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dillard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dillard is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Dillard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,362
Avg Weekly Wage$801
IRS Avg AGI$74,094

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)622
County GDP$852M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare40
Retail85
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,342
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Work from Home23.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Dillard is $248,500, 12% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $920 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $342,773.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$248,500
12% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$342,773

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$920
21% 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-Occupied81.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,342
53% above US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
In Dillard, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death11,891/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities40
Dillard has a violent crime rate of 296 per 100,000 residents, 22% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 888 per 100,000 (55% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent295.9/100K
22% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape295.9/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property887.6/100K
55% below US avg
Burglary295.9/100K
Theft591.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Dillard has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 70.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall70.5 inches
86% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,182 ft (665 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density173/sq mi
Coordinates34.9715°N, 83.3812°W
County FIPS13241
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.2%
D 21.3%

Winner: Republican by 56.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.4%
10% below US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score4.92
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density173/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants79
Retail Stores85

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Work from Home23.7%

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