Median Income
$47,358
37% lower than US avg
Home Value
$111,400
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
44.0%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment
9.6%
167% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.4%
73% lower than US avg
How Guin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,469
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density165/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Economy
C+
Median Income$47,358
Per Capita$26,571
Unemployment9.6%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$480M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$111,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$149,567
Health
Obesity44.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain64.1 in/yr
Elevation556 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+88.8%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute19 min
EV Stations2
Libraries1
Is Guin a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Guin receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Guin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Guin is $47,358, 37% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Guin is $111,400, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Guin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Guin has a population of 2,469 with a density of 165 people per square mile. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 13.4% Black.
Population
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 88.8% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Spanish | 11.2% |
| 16% below US avg |
The median household income in Guin is $47,358, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,358 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,571 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $863 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,947 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.6% |
| 167% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.4% |
| 73% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 370 |
| County GDP | $480M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Healthcare | 39 |
| Retail | 53 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,514 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.36% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.9 min |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |
The median home value in Guin is $111,400, 60% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $149,567.
Home Values
| Census Median | $111,400 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $149,567 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,514 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.36% |
In Guin, 44.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Guin vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 44.0% |
| 37% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.6% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.6% |
| Depression | 27.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.9% |
| Premature Death | 14,667/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 35.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 39 |
Crime Rates: Guin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Guin has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 60.9°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 64.1 inches |
| 69% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 556 ft (169 m) |
| Area | 15.0 sq mi (38.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 165/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.9832°N, 87.9024°W |
| County FIPS | 01057 |