Georgia
Eatonton is a small city in Georgia with a population of 6,430. Residents earn $52,989 per year, which is 29% below the national average.
Based on current data, Eatonton receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Eatonton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Eatonton is $52,989, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Eatonton is $144,800, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $881 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.
With 810 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 3,883 per 100,000, 98% above the national average.
19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Eatonton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 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 | $52,989 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,061 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $920 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $84,192 |
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.4% |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 624 |
| County GDP | $906M |
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Healthcare | 41 |
| Retail | 83 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,028 |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.47% |
| Commute Time | 23.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |
| Census Median | $144,800 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $392,281 |
| Census Median Rent | $881 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,350 |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 86.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,028 |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.47% |
| Obesity | 45.1% |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.5% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.9% |
| Depression | 20.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 16.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 84.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.2% |
| Premature Death | 12,213/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 41 |
| Total Violent | 810.2/100K |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 122.3/100K |
| Robbery | 366.9/100K |
| Assault | 321.0/100K |
| Total Property | 3,882.6/100K |
| 98% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 718.4/100K |
| Theft | 3,103.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 61.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.2 inches |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 577 ft (176 m) |
| Area | 20.5 sq mi (53.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 314/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3258°N, 83.3889°W |
| County FIPS | 13237 |
Winner: Republican by 42.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 19.6% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 314/sq mi |
| Total Area | 20.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 41 |
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Retail Stores | 83 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 23.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |