Georgetown, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Georgetown is a small town in Ohio with a population of 4,147. Residents earn $40,283 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,147 Population 999/sq mi density
$40,283 Median Income $26,220 per capita
$108,900 Home Value $231,671 Zillow
$710 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
111 Violent Crime/100K 4,147 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$40,283 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,900 home value, $710/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
111 violent crimes/100K (71% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,283
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,900
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 111/100K
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $710
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.4%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.1%
54% higher than US avg

How Georgetown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,147
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density999/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,283
Per Capita$26,220
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty19.1%
County GDP$1,207M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,900
Rent$710
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$231,671

Crime

F
Violent111/100K
Property4,147/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary669/100K

Health

Obesity44.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.3%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation931 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+84.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute30 min
Libraries7

Is Georgetown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Georgetown receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. 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 $40,283, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 19.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Georgetown is $108,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $710 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Georgetown is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 111 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,147 per 100,000, 112% above the national average.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Georgetown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 17.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Georgetown has a population of 4,147 with a density of 999 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 2.7% Black.

Population

4,147
Total Population
999
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Georgetown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Georgetown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Georgetown is $40,283, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Georgetown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,283
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,220
Avg Weekly Wage$842
IRS Avg AGI$58,306

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.1%
54% above US avg
Establishments (County)764
County GDP$1,207M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare78
Retail103
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,168
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Georgetown is $108,900, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $710 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $231,671.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,900
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$231,671
Median List Price$274,499

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$274,499
$/Sq Ft$168
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.1%
Price Drops10.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$710
39% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,168
9% below US avg
Effective Rate2.91%
In Georgetown, 44.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.3% report depression. 37.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Georgetown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.4%
38% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure39.4%
Asthma12.4%
COPD11.0%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity37.1%
Depression30.3%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress17.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death12,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access39.9%
Healthcare Facilities78
Georgetown has a violent crime rate of 111 per 100,000 residents, 71% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,147 per 100,000 (112% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent111.5/100K
71% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape89.2/100K
Robbery22.3/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,147.2/100K
112% above US avg
Burglary668.9/100K
Theft3,456.0/100K
Vehicle Theft22.3/100K
Arson22.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Georgetown has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall17.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation931 ft (284 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.7 km²)
Population Density999/sq mi
Coordinates38.8683°N, 83.8993°W
County FIPS39015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.5%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 61.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+84.2%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density999/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants55
Retail Stores103

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Work from Home4.7%

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