East Ellijay, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Gilmer County County
East Ellijay, GA
At a Glance
How East Ellijay Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows East Ellijay's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is East Ellijay a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
East Ellijay residents earn a median household income of $26,563 , which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,269. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 825 business establishments, including 72 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in East Ellijay is $167,200 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $406,988. Median rent is $642/month, with 29.2% 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 1987.
Safety & Crime
East Ellijay reports 278 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 27% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,112/100K.
Education
20.1% of adults in East Ellijay hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below the national average). 76.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
East Ellijay has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.4 inches.