Georgia · Metropolitan Area
Ephesus is a small town in Georgia with a population of 555. Residents earn $66,250 per year, which is 12% below the national average.
Based on current data, Ephesus receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Ephesus offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Ephesus is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 17.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
The median home value in Ephesus is $140,000, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $585 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Ephesus is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.
14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Ephesus enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $66,250 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,005 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,188 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,592 |
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.8% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 176 |
| County GDP | $1,504M |
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 3 |
| Retail | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,979 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.13% |
| Commute Time | 31.6 min |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |
| Census Median | $140,000 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $247,420 |
| Census Median Rent | $585 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,979 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.13% |
| Obesity | 31.6% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.0% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.9% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 83.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 14,528/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 0.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 53.0 inches |
| 40% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,244 ft (379 m) |
| Area | 3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 150/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.4069°N, 85.2568°W |
| County FIPS | 13149 |
Winner: Republican by 72.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.5% |
| 57% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 150/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Retail Stores | 19 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 31.6 min |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |