Flowery Branch, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Flowery Branch is a small city in Georgia with a population of 10,286. Residents earn $88,185 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
10,286 Population 1,411/sq mi density
$88,185 Median Income $46,548 per capita
$422,900 Home Value $421,385 Zillow
$1,739 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,185 median income, 1.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$422,900 home value, $1,739/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
43.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,185
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $422,900
50% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.0%
28% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,739
50% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.2%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,286
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density1,411/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,185
Per Capita$46,548
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$17,999M
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$422,900
Rent$1,739
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$421,385

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,214/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary96/100K

Health

Obesity29.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain52.4 in/yr
Elevation1,204 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.0%
High School+94.3%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute27 min
EV Stations3
Libraries5

Is Flowery Branch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Flowery Branch receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Flowery Branch offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Flowery Branch is $88,185, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Flowery Branch is $422,900, 50% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,739 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Flowery Branch 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 1,214 per 100,000, 38% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Flowery Branch enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Flowery Branch has a population of 10,286 with a density of 1,411 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76%), with 6.8% Black.

Population

10,286
Total Population
1,411
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
7.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Flowery Branch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.5%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.5%
1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Flowery Branch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Flowery Branch is $88,185, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Flowery Branch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,185
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,548
Avg Weekly Wage$1,229
IRS Avg AGI$82,035

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,941
County GDP$17,999M

Business (County)

Restaurants377
Healthcare571
Retail671
Manufacturing235

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,887
40% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Work from Home22.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Flowery Branch is $422,900, 50% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,739 (50% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $421,385.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$422,900
50% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$421,385
Median List Price$432,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$432,500
$/Sq Ft$194
Homes Sold19
Sale-to-List Ratio98.6%
Price Drops41.1%
Inventory90

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,739
50% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,765

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-Occupied63.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,887
40% above US avg
Effective Rate1.16%
In Flowery Branch, 29.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Flowery Branch vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.2%
9% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death8,170/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access67.9%
Healthcare Facilities571
Flowery Branch has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,214 per 100,000 (38% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,214.3/100K
38% below US avg
Burglary95.9/100K
Theft1,038.5/100K
Vehicle Theft79.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Flowery Branch has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.4 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,204 ft (367 m)
Area7.3 sq mi (18.9 km²)
Population Density1,411/sq mi
Coordinates34.1713°N, 83.9187°W
County FIPS13139
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 43.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 43.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.0%
28% above US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score4.92
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,411/sq mi
Total Area7.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities571
Restaurants377
Retail Stores671

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home22.1%

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