Median Income
$81,042
8% higher than US avg
Home Value
$78,500
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.9%
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.1%
59% lower than US avg
How Griffin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population132
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density1,886/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans95.0%
Economy
A+
Median Income$81,042
Per Capita$33,375
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$5,935M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$78,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$97,479
Health
Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Elevation385 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.9%
High School+94.0%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute27 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries4
Is Griffin a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Griffin receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Griffin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Griffin is $81,042, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Griffin is $78,500, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Griffin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches, including 11.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Griffin has a population of 132 with a density of 1,886 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%).
Population
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Griffin is $81,042, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $81,042 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,375 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,309 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,498 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.1% |
| 59% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 590 |
| County GDP | $5,935M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 39 |
| Healthcare | 43 |
| Retail | 57 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,885 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.68% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Griffin is $78,500, 72% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $97,479.
Home Values
| Census Median | $78,500 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $97,479 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,885 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.68% |
In Griffin, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Griffin vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.1% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.4% |
| Depression | 28.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,521/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 26.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 43 |
Crime Rates: Griffin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Griffin has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 56.2°F |
| 4% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.0 inches |
| 32% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 11.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 385 ft (117 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,886/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.2043°N, 87.9149°W |
| County FIPS | 18129 |