Median Income
$90,381
20% higher than US avg
Home Value
$366,600
30% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.5%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$966
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment
3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Georgetown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,580
Median Age59.0 yrs
Density171/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
A+
Median Income$90,381
Per Capita$45,050
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$11,555M
Commute42 min
Housing
A
Home Value$366,600
Rent$966
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$405,151
Rent Burden22.7%
Health
Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Climate
Avg Temp58°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Elevation2,728 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.5%
High School+95.4%
School Score4.69
Community
2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute42 min
EV Stations1
Libraries7
Is Georgetown a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Georgetown receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Georgetown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Georgetown is $90,381, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Georgetown is $366,600, 30% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $966 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Georgetown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Georgetown has a population of 2,580 with a density of 171 people per square mile. The median age is 59.0 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 3.7% Hispanic.
Population
59.0yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Georgetown vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.3% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.7% |
| 80% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Georgetown vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Georgetown is $90,381, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.
Income: Georgetown vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $90,381 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $45,050 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,274 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $117,647 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.8% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,552 |
| County GDP | $11,555M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 513 |
| Healthcare | 495 |
| Retail | 520 |
| Manufacturing | 175 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,453 |
| 113% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.03% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 41.6 min |
| Work from Home | 12.0% |
The median home value in Georgetown is $366,600, 30% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $966 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $405,151.
Home Values
| Census Median | $366,600 |
| 30% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $405,151 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $966 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 22.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,453 |
| 113% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.03% |
In Georgetown, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Georgetown vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.2% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.9% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.3% |
| Depression | 25.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.8% |
| Premature Death | 6,327/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 86.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 495 |
Crime Rates: Georgetown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 27 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Georgetown has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 58.2°F |
| 8% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.6 inches |
| 33% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,728 ft (831 m) |
| Area | 15.1 sq mi (39.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 171/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9114°N, 120.8346°W |
| County FIPS | 06017 |