Median Income
$19,250
74% lower than US avg
Home Value
$40,800
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
46.1%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
38.5%
210% higher than US avg
How Georgetown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population51
Median Age59.5 yrs
Density176/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans51.0%
Economy
C
Median Income$19,250
Per Capita$15,835
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty38.5%
County GDP$327M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$40,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity46.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease10.0%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.1 in/yr
Elevation205 ft (62 m)
Education
D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+86.7%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute32 min
Broadband21.0%
Libraries3
Is Georgetown a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Georgetown receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Georgetown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Georgetown is $19,250, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 38.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Georgetown is $40,800, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Georgetown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Georgetown has a population of 51 with a density of 176 people per square mile. The median age is 59.5 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 2% Hispanic.
Population
59.5yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Georgetown vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Georgetown vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Georgetown is $19,250, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income: Georgetown vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $19,250 |
| 74% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $15,835 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $881 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,333 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 38.5% |
| 210% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 185 |
| County GDP | $327M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,020 |
| 71% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.50% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Georgetown is $40,800, 86% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $40,800 |
| 86% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,020 |
| 71% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.50% |
In Georgetown, 46.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 42.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Georgetown vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 46.1% |
| 44% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.2% |
| Heart Disease | 10.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.2% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 14.3% |
| Stroke | 5.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 42.6% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 23.7% |
| Physical Distress | 20.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,239/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
Georgetown has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.6°F |
| 12% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.1 inches |
| 34% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 205 ft (62 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 176/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1267°N, 91.4539°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 05147 |