Elberton, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Elbert County County
Elberton, GA
At a Glance
How Elberton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Elberton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Elberton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Elberton residents earn a median household income of $41,454 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,419. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 27.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 546 business establishments, including 24 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Elberton is $97,500 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $181,220. Median rent is $846/month, with 29.0% 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 1959.
Safety & Crime
Elberton reports 787 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 107% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,548/100K.
Education
18.0% of adults in Elberton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 86.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Elberton has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches.