Georgia · Metropolitan Area
Fort Oglethorpe is a small city in Georgia with a population of 10,332. Residents earn $50,902 per year, which is 32% below the national average.
Based on current data, Fort Oglethorpe receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Fort Oglethorpe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Fort Oglethorpe is $50,902, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Fort Oglethorpe is $186,500, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $952 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 470 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 8,440 per 100,000, 331% above the national average.
21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Fort Oglethorpe enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 95.4% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.6% |
| 66% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $50,902 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,536 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $864 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,887 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.3% |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,230 |
| County GDP | $2,269M |
| Restaurants | 115 |
| Healthcare | 123 |
| Retail | 198 |
| Manufacturing | 49 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,162 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.70% |
| Commute Time | 21.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |
| Census Median | $186,500 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $243,137 |
| Census Median Rent | $952 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,140 |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 50.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,162 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.70% |
| Obesity | 34.8% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.7% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.0% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,551/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 123 |
| Total Violent | 470.1/100K |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 83.6/100K |
| Assault | 386.5/100K |
| Total Property | 8,440.4/100K |
| 331% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 522.3/100K |
| Theft | 7,751.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 167.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.4°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 56.5 inches |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 754 ft (230 m) |
| Area | 13.9 sq mi (36.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 743/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.9318°N, 85.2460°W |
| County FIPS | 13047 |
Winner: Republican by 55.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.8% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 743/sq mi |
| Total Area | 13.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 123 |
| Restaurants | 115 |
| Retail Stores | 198 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Avg Commute | 21.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |