Ellaville, GA

Georgia

Ellaville is a small town in Georgia with a population of 1,698. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,698 Population 537/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $26,826 per capita
$153,200 Home Value $171,126 Zillow
$675 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
268 Violent Crime/100K 1,232 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$153,200 home value, $675/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
268 violent crimes/100K (30% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $153,200
46% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 268/100K
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,698
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density537/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 60%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$26,826
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$155M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$153,200
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,126

Crime

F
Violent268/100K
Property1,232/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault214/100K
Burglary214/100K

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.7 in/yr
Elevation569 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+81.3%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 19%
Commute28 min
Libraries1

Is Ellaville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ellaville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ellaville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ellaville is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ellaville is $153,200, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Ellaville is below the national average at 268 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,232 per 100,000, 37% below the national average.

Education

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ellaville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Ellaville has a population of 1,698 with a density of 537 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (59.9%), with 3.3% Hispanic, 36.7% Black.

Population

1,698
Total Population
537
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ellaville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ellaville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ellaville is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Ellaville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,826
Avg Weekly Wage$890
IRS Avg AGI$55,822

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)78
County GDP$155M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare6
Retail10
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,743
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Ellaville is $153,200, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,126.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$153,200
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$171,126

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% 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-Occupied71.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,743
22% below US avg
Effective Rate1.79%
In Ellaville, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death11,471/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access24.0%
Healthcare Facilities6
Ellaville has a violent crime rate of 268 per 100,000 residents, 30% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,232 per 100,000 (37% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent267.8/100K
30% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape53.6/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault214.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,231.9/100K
37% below US avg
Burglary214.3/100K
Theft964.1/100K
Vehicle Theft53.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Ellaville has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.7 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation569 ft (173 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density537/sq mi
Coordinates32.2377°N, 84.3091°W
County FIPS13249
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 18.7%

Winner: Republican by 62.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+81.3%
School Test Score4.92
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density537/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants4
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Work from Home5.2%

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