Georgiana, AL

Alabama

Georgiana is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,432. Residents earn $25,469 per year, which is 66% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,432 Population 229/sq mi density
$25,469 Median Income $19,328 per capita
$57,900 Home Value $109,841 Zillow
$613 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
1,322 Violent Crime/100K 4,928 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$25,469 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,900 home value, $613/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,322 violent crimes/100K (248% above avg)
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,469
66% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,900
79% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,322/100K
248% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $613
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.2%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,432
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density229/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 31%

Economy

B
Median Income$25,469
Per Capita$19,328
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$904M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,900
Rent$613
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$109,841

Crime

F
Violent1,322/100K
Property4,928/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault1,082/100K
Burglary1,683/100K

Health

Obesity46.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain59.8 in/yr
Elevation327 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+84.0%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute25 min
Libraries1

Is Georgiana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Georgiana receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Georgiana has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Georgiana is $25,469, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Georgiana is $57,900, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $613 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 1,322 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,928 per 100,000, 151% above the national average.

Education

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Georgiana enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Georgiana has a population of 1,432 with a density of 229 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (66.7%), with 31.3% White.

Population

1,432
Total Population
229
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.2%
Female 59.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Georgiana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Georgiana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Georgiana is $25,469, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Georgiana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,469
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,328
Avg Weekly Wage$883
IRS Avg AGI$51,257

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)526
County GDP$904M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare48
Retail95
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,937
45% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Georgiana is $57,900, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $613 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $109,841.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,900
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$109,841

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$613
47% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,937
45% below US avg
Effective Rate3.35%
In Georgiana, 46.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 41.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.2%
44% above US avg
Diabetes19.1%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure50.3%
Asthma12.3%
COPD9.7%
Stroke5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.1%
Physical Inactivity41.4%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Checkup Rate82.1%
Premature Death14,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access42.7%
Healthcare Facilities48
Georgiana has a violent crime rate of 1,322 per 100,000 residents, 248% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,928 per 100,000 (151% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,322.1/100K
248% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape120.2/100K
Robbery120.2/100K
Assault1,081.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,927.9/100K
151% above US avg
Burglary1,682.7/100K
Theft2,824.5/100K
Vehicle Theft420.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Georgiana has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.8 inches
57% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation327 ft (100 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.2 km²)
Population Density229/sq mi
Coordinates31.6391°N, 86.7468°W
County FIPS01013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.1%
D 38.4%

Winner: Republican by 22.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+84.0%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density229/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants40
Retail Stores95

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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