Median Income
$68,438
9% lower than US avg
Home Value
$180,800
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,025
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.0%
35% lower than US avg
How Georgetown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population735
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density1,081/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans2.5%
Economy
A
Median Income$68,438
Per Capita$34,066
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$296M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$180,800
Rent$1,025
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$259,914
Rent Burden14.2%
Health
Obesity30.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp41°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Elevation6,039 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 87% / D 10%
Commute31 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries2
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 low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. 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 $68,438, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Georgetown is $180,800, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,025 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Georgetown has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches, including 90.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Georgetown has a population of 735 with a density of 1,081 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.
Population
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Georgetown vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.0% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.0% |
| 78% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Georgetown vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Georgetown is $68,438, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income: Georgetown vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $68,438 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,066 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $774 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,673 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.0% |
| 35% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 282 |
| County GDP | $296M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,613 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.45% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |
The median home value in Georgetown is $180,800, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,025 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $259,914.
Home Values
| Census Median | $180,800 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $259,914 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,025 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 14.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,613 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.45% |
In Georgetown, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Georgetown vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.1% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.3% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.3% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,192/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
Crime Rates: Georgetown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Georgetown has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
18°F Jan (-8°C)
65°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 41.1°F |
| 24% below US avg |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 17.9 inches |
| 53% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 90.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,039 ft (1,841 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,081/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.4791°N, 111.3635°W |
| County FIPS | 16007 |