Hephzibah, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Richmond County County
Hephzibah, GA
At a Glance
How Hephzibah Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hephzibah's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hephzibah a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hephzibah residents earn a median household income of $62,155 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,218. The unemployment rate stands at 9.4% (161% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,155 business establishments, including 472 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hephzibah is $184,700 , 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $218,249. Median rent is $1,058/month, with 19.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1986.
Safety & Crime
Hephzibah reports 131 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 65% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,968/100K.
Education
19.1% of adults in Hephzibah hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below the national average). 83.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hephzibah has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 51.