Glennville, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Glennville is a small city in Georgia with a population of 5,199. Residents earn $48,681 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
5,199 Population 737/sq mi density
$48,681 Median Income $18,458 per capita
$179,000 Home Value $197,162 Zillow
$626 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$48,681 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$179,000 home value, $626/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,681
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $179,000
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $626
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,199
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density737/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 57%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,681
Per Capita$18,458
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$309M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,000
Rent$626
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$197,162

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Elevation173 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+81.9%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 35%
Commute27 min
Libraries1

Is Glennville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glennville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Glennville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glennville is $48,681, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glennville is $179,000, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $626 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Glennville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Glennville has a population of 5,199 with a density of 737 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.8%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 38.2% Black.

Population

5,199
Total Population
737
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
7.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.9%
Female 38.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Glennville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glennville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glennville is $48,681, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Glennville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,681
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,458
Avg Weekly Wage$790
IRS Avg AGI$50,101

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)143
County GDP$309M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare8
Retail21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,264
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Glennville is $179,000, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $626 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $197,162.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,000
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$197,162

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$626
46% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,264
7% below US avg
Effective Rate1.82%
In Glennville, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 33.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure39.8%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.4%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity33.7%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death10,346/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access32.1%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Glennville has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.8 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation173 ft (53 m)
Area7.1 sq mi (18.3 km²)
Population Density737/sq mi
Coordinates31.9388°N, 81.9324°W
County FIPS13183
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.6%
D 35.1%

Winner: Republican by 29.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+81.9%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density737/sq mi
Total Area7.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants10
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Work from Home0.8%

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