Georgia
Donalsonville is a small town in Georgia with a population of 2,823. Residents earn $42,393 per year, which is 44% below the national average.
Based on current data, Donalsonville receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Donalsonville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Donalsonville is $42,393, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Donalsonville is $100,500, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $859 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.
Donalsonville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 141 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,969 per 100,000, 51% above the national average.
8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Donalsonville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 98.4% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.6% |
| 88% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $42,393 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,583 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,008 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,769 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.3% |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 165 |
| County GDP | $277M |
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,257 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.24% |
| Commute Time | 21.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.6% |
| Census Median | $100,500 |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $134,618 |
| Census Median Rent | $859 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,257 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.24% |
| Obesity | 44.4% |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.5% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 4.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.3% |
| Depression | 20.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.4% |
| Premature Death | 22,799/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 19.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Total Violent | 141.4/100K |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 35.4/100K |
| Assault | 106.0/100K |
| Total Property | 2,969.3/100K |
| 51% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 282.8/100K |
| Theft | 2,651.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 35.4/100K |
| Arson | 35.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 67.0°F |
| 24% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 56.9 inches |
| 50% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 147 ft (45 m) |
| Area | 4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 671/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.0397°N, 84.8784°W |
| County FIPS | 13201 |
Winner: Republican by 50.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.4% |
| 75% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 671/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Retail Stores | 26 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 21.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.6% |