Georgia
Gordon is a small town in Georgia with a population of 2,186. Residents earn $41,333 per year, which is 45% below the national average.
Based on current data, Gordon receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. 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. Gordon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Gordon is $41,333, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 28.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Gordon is $89,100, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $541 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Gordon is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 595 per 100,000, 70% below the national average.
12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Gordon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 93.9% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.1% |
| 54% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $41,333 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,415 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,120 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,636 |
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 28.6% |
| 131% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 174 |
| County GDP | $604M |
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 15 |
| Retail | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,400 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.69% |
| Commute Time | 24.1 min |
| Work from Home | 4.6% |
| Census Median | $89,100 |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $111,273 |
| Census Median Rent | $541 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Studio | $703 |
| 1 Bedroom | $833 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,011 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,400 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.69% |
| Obesity | 43.5% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.2% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.1% |
| Depression | 20.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.7% |
| Premature Death | 15,270/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 15 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 594.9/100K |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 594.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.8°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.8 inches |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 364 ft (111 m) |
| Area | 5.4 sq mi (14.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 406/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.8862°N, 83.3336°W |
| County FIPS | 13319 |
Winner: Republican by 17.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.6% |
| 63% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.37 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 406/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.4 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 15 |
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Retail Stores | 22 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 24.1 min |
| Work from Home | 4.6% |