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Edison, GA
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Edison, GA
At a Glance
How Edison Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Edison's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Edison a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Edison residents earn a median household income of $27,440 , which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,342. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 33.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 128 business establishments, including 3 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Edison is $66,500 , 76% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $92,551. Median rent is $437/month, with 33.0% 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 1970.
Safety & Crime
Edison reports 210 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 45% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 559/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
9.7% of adults in Edison hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below the national average). 75.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Edison has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 306 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.