Georgetown, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Georgetown is a small town in California with a population of 2,580. Residents earn $90,381 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,580 Population 171/sq mi density
$90,381 Median Income $45,050 per capita
$366,600 Home Value $405,151 Zillow
$966 Median Rent 22.7% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$90,381 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$366,600 home value, $966/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.5% bachelor's degree or higher
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%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

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

2,580
Total Population
171
People / sq mi
59.0yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
15.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Georgetown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
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.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,552
County GDP$11,555M

Business (County)

Restaurants513
Healthcare495
Retail520
Manufacturing175

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.6 min
Work from Home12.0%

Walkability

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 Value Sources

Ownership Split

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 Burden22.7%

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

Owner-Occupied82.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Effective Rate2.03%
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

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate69.8%
Premature Death6,327/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access86.8%
Healthcare Facilities495

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27
FEMA Disasters182

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 Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,728 ft (831 m)
Area15.1 sq mi (39.2 km²)
Population Density171/sq mi
Coordinates38.9114°N, 120.8346°W
County FIPS06017
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.6%
D 42.6%

Winner: Republican by 12 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.5%
33% below US avg
High School+95.4%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density171/sq mi
Total Area15.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities495
Restaurants513
Retail Stores520

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.6 min
Work from Home12.0%

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