Hahira, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Hahira is a small town in Georgia with a population of 3,404. Residents earn $67,196 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
3,404 Population 1,112/sq mi density
$67,196 Median Income $25,752 per capita
$176,500 Home Value $295,600 Zillow
$888 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
105 Violent Crime/100K 1,789 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$67,196 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,500 home value, $888/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
105 violent crimes/100K (72% below avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,196
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,500
37% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 105/100K
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.2%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent $888
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,404
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density1,112/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,196
Per Capita$25,752
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$7,135M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,500
Rent$888
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$295,600

Crime

F
Violent105/100K
Property1,789/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault105/100K
Burglary316/100K

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI44 (Good)
Elevation207 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.2%
High School+87.7%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute24 min
Libraries4

Is Hahira a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hahira receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Hahira offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hahira is $67,196, 11% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hahira is $176,500, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $888 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Hahira is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,789 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

30.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hahira enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Hahira has a population of 3,404 with a density of 1,112 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.7%), with 18.4% Black.

Population

3,404
Total Population
1,112
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hahira vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.0%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hahira vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hahira is $67,196, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Hahira vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,196
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,752
Avg Weekly Wage$933
IRS Avg AGI$61,270

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,318
County GDP$7,135M

Business (County)

Restaurants286
Healthcare445
Retail520
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,773
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Hahira is $176,500, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $888 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $295,600.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,500
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$295,600
Median List Price$307,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$307,450
$/Sq Ft$153
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio92.8%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory15

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$888
24% 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-Occupied69.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,773
8% above US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In Hahira, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death11,342/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access76.3%
Healthcare Facilities445
Hahira has a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,789 per 100,000 (9% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent105.3/100K
72% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault105.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,789.5/100K
9% below US avg
Burglary315.8/100K
Theft1,228.1/100K
Vehicle Theft245.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Hahira has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation207 ft (63 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density1,112/sq mi
Coordinates30.9965°N, 83.3815°W
County FIPS13185
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 30.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.8%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.2%
10% below US avg
High School+87.7%
School Test Score4.92
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,112/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities445
Restaurants286
Retail Stores520

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Work from Home5.6%

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