Georgia
Elberton is a small town in Georgia with a population of 4,691. Residents earn $41,454 per year, which is 45% below the national average.
Based on current data, Elberton receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Elberton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Elberton is $41,454, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 27.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Elberton is $97,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $846 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 822 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 7,111 per 100,000, 263% above the national average.
18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Elberton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 89.8% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 10.2% |
| 24% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $41,454 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,419 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $876 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,025 |
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 27.4% |
| 121% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 546 |
| County GDP | $998M |
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Healthcare | 29 |
| Retail | 68 |
| Manufacturing | 73 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,787 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.86% |
| Commute Time | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
| Census Median | $97,500 |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $172,379 |
| Census Median Rent | $846 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 45.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,787 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.86% |
| Obesity | 42.2% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.6% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.9% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.3% |
| Physical Distress | 17.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.2% |
| Premature Death | 14,106/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 29 |
| Total Violent | 822.2/100K |
| 116% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 155.6/100K |
| Assault | 666.7/100K |
| Total Property | 7,111.1/100K |
| 263% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,111.1/100K |
| Theft | 5,822.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 177.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.2°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.4 inches |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 650 ft (198 m) |
| Area | 4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 975/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.1068°N, 82.8727°W |
| County FIPS | 13105 |
Winner: Republican by 43.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.0% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 975/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 29 |
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Retail Stores | 68 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |