Eastman, GA

Georgia

Eastman is a small city in Georgia with a population of 5,624. Residents earn $46,214 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
5,624 Population 853/sq mi density
$46,214 Median Income $27,104 per capita
$145,300 Home Value $147,816 Zillow
$751 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
929 Violent Crime/100K 8,191 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$46,214 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$145,300 home value, $751/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
929 violent crimes/100K (144% above avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,214
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,300
48% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 929/100K
144% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.0%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $751
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,624
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density853/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,214
Per Capita$27,104
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$585M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,300
Rent$751
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$147,816

Crime

F
Violent929/100K
Property8,191/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault724/100K
Burglary1,579/100K

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Elevation341 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.0%
High School+88.2%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 25%
Commute20 min
Libraries1

Is Eastman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eastman receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Eastman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eastman is $46,214, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eastman is $145,300, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $751 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 929 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 8,191 per 100,000, 318% above the national average.

Education

27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Eastman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Eastman has a population of 5,624 with a density of 853 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.9%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 24.8% Black.

Population

5,624
Total Population
853
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
6.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Eastman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eastman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eastman is $46,214, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Eastman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,214
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,104
Avg Weekly Wage$783
IRS Avg AGI$45,503

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)377
County GDP$585M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare48
Retail54
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,552
27% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Eastman is $145,300, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $751 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $147,816.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,300
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$147,816

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$751
35% 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-Occupied49.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,552
27% below US avg
Effective Rate1.76%
In Eastman, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 33.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes14.9%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure40.7%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.2%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.0%
Physical Inactivity33.3%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.8%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death13,999/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access55.1%
Healthcare Facilities48
Eastman has a violent crime rate of 929 per 100,000 residents, 144% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 8,191 per 100,000 (318% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent928.7/100K
144% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape55.7/100K
Robbery148.6/100K
Assault724.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property8,190.9/100K
318% above US avg
Burglary1,578.8/100K
Theft6,370.7/100K
Vehicle Theft241.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Eastman 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 is 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.0 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Area6.6 sq mi (17.1 km²)
Population Density853/sq mi
Coordinates32.1976°N, 83.1707°W
County FIPS13091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.8%
D 24.9%

Winner: Republican by 49.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.0%
20% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score4.92
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density853/sq mi
Total Area6.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants21
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Work from Home3.4%

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