Doerun, GA

Georgia

Doerun is a small town in Georgia with a population of 925. Residents earn $42,692 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
925 Population 723/sq mi density
$42,692 Median Income $21,754 per capita
$114,200 Home Value $151,704 Zillow
$746 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
509 Violent Crime/100K 2,799 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$42,692 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,200 home value, $746/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
509 violent crimes/100K (34% above avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,692
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,200
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 509/100K
34% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $746
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.3%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population925
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density723/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 48%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,692
Per Capita$21,754
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty17.3%
County GDP$2,121M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,200
Rent$746
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$151,704

Crime

F
Violent509/100K
Property2,799/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault254/100K
Burglary254/100K

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Elevation382 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+85.7%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 25%
Commute27 min
Libraries3

Is Doerun a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Doerun receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Doerun has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Doerun is $42,692, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 17.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Doerun is $114,200, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $746 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 509 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,799 per 100,000, 43% above the national average.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Doerun enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Doerun has a population of 925 with a density of 723 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47.7%), with 37% Black.

Population

925
Total Population
723
People / sq mi
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.1%
Female 59.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Doerun vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.3%
23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Doerun vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Doerun is $42,692, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Doerun vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,692
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,754
Avg Weekly Wage$884
IRS Avg AGI$53,236

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.3%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,170
County GDP$2,121M

Business (County)

Restaurants69
Healthcare107
Retail202
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,464
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Doerun is $114,200, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $746 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,704.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,200
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$151,704

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$746
36% 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-Occupied47.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,464
1% below US avg
Effective Rate3.03%
In Doerun, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 34.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes15.3%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure41.9%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.8%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.9%
Physical Inactivity34.2%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress16.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.3%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death13,173/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access43.1%
Healthcare Facilities107
Doerun has a violent crime rate of 509 per 100,000 residents, 34% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,799 per 100,000 (43% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent508.9/100K
34% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery254.5/100K
Assault254.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,799.0/100K
43% above US avg
Burglary254.5/100K
Theft2,544.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Doerun has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.3°F
23% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.0 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation382 ft (116 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density723/sq mi
Coordinates31.3228°N, 83.9165°W
County FIPS13071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 50.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+85.7%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density723/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants69
Retail Stores202

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home6.0%

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