Haralson, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Haralson is a small town in Georgia with a population of 221. Residents earn $69,688 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
221 Population 276/sq mi density
$69,688 Median Income $35,104 per capita
$231,800 Home Value
$1,175 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$69,688 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$231,800 home value, $1,175/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,688
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $231,800
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,175
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population221
Median Age59.2 yrs
Density276/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,688
Per Capita$35,104
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$8,271M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$231,800
Rent$1,175
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain49.3 in/yr
Elevation847 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+74.5%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute31 min
Libraries3

Is Haralson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Haralson receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Haralson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Haralson is $69,688, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Haralson is $231,800, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,175 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Haralson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Haralson has a population of 221 with a density of 276 people per square mile. The median age is 59.2 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 3.2% Hispanic, 9.5% Black.

Population

221
Total Population
276
People / sq mi
59.2yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Haralson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.3%
23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Haralson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Haralson is $69,688, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Haralson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,688
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,104
Avg Weekly Wage$1,130
IRS Avg AGI$115,692

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,852
County GDP$8,271M

Business (County)

Restaurants308
Healthcare558
Retail442
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,482
57% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Haralson is $231,800, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,175 (1% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,800
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,175
1% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$838
1 Bedroom$844
2 Bedrooms$1,107
3 Bedrooms$1,345
4 Bedrooms$1,718

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,482
57% above US avg
Effective Rate2.36%
In Haralson, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.3%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death6,478/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access82.1%
Healthcare Facilities558

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Haralson has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.3 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation847 ft (258 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density276/sq mi
Coordinates33.2294°N, 84.5687°W
County FIPS13113
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.2%
D 48%

Winner: Republican by 3.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+74.5%
School Test Score5.60
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density276/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities558
Restaurants308
Retail Stores442

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Work from Home1.3%

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