Hiram, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Hiram is a small city in Georgia with a population of 5,073. Residents earn $80,278 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
5,073 Population 1,291/sq mi density
$80,278 Median Income $36,962 per capita
$236,700 Home Value $309,040 Zillow
$2,043 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
136 Violent Crime/100K 10,152 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$80,278 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$236,700 home value, $2,043/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
136 violent crimes/100K (64% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,278
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $236,700
16% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 136/100K
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.2%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,043
76% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,073
Median Age33.8 yrs
Density1,291/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 34%

Economy

A
Median Income$80,278
Per Capita$36,962
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty12.9%
County GDP$5,183M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$236,700
Rent$2,043
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$309,040

Crime

F
Violent136/100K
Property10,152/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault27/100K
Burglary489/100K

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain54.3 in/yr
Elevation1,016 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.2%
High School+89.6%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute37 min
EV Stations5
Libraries4

Is Hiram a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hiram receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Hiram offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hiram is $80,278, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hiram is $236,700, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $2,043 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Hiram is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 136 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 10,152 per 100,000, 418% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hiram enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Hiram has a population of 5,073 with a density of 1,291 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (41.7%), with 33.9% White.

Population

5,073
Total Population
1,291
People / sq mi
33.8yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Hiram vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.7%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.3%
81% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hiram vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hiram is $80,278, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Hiram vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,278
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,962
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$69,729

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,011
County GDP$5,183M

Business (County)

Restaurants192
Healthcare233
Retail302
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,858
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.8 min
Work from Home19.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Hiram is $236,700, 16% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,043 (76% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $309,040.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$236,700
16% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$309,040
Median List Price$299,700

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$299,700
$/Sq Ft$150
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio99.6%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory15

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,043
76% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,030

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-Occupied58.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,858
10% above US avg
Effective Rate1.63%
In Hiram, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.9%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death7,728/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access67.0%
Healthcare Facilities233
Hiram has a violent crime rate of 136 per 100,000 residents, 64% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 10,152 per 100,000 (418% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent135.7/100K
64% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery108.6/100K
Assault27.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property10,152.0/100K
418% above US avg
Burglary488.6/100K
Theft9,500.5/100K
Vehicle Theft162.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Hiram has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.3 inches
43% above US avg
Snowfall3.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,016 ft (310 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²)
Population Density1,291/sq mi
Coordinates33.8908°N, 84.7505°W
County FIPS13223
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 35.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.7%
D 37.6%

Winner: Republican by 24.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.2%
4% above US avg
High School+89.6%
School Test Score4.92
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,291/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities233
Restaurants192
Retail Stores302

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.8 min
Work from Home19.4%

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