Douglas, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Coffee County County
Douglas, GA
At a Glance
How Douglas Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Douglas's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Douglas a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Douglas residents earn a median household income of $37,979 , which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,207. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,028 business establishments, including 76 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Douglas is $136,100 , 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $181,789. Median rent is $704/month, with 33.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Douglas reports 17 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 96% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,086/100K.
Education
15.9% of adults in Douglas hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 84.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Douglas has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.