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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 75.7% |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 24.3% |
| 81% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $80,278 |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,962 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $937 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,729 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.9% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,011 |
| County GDP | $5,183M |
| Restaurants | 192 |
| Healthcare | 233 |
| Retail | 302 |
| Manufacturing | 57 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,858 |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.63% |
| Commute Time | 36.8 min |
| Work from Home | 19.4% |
| Census Median | $236,700 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $309,040 |
| Median List Price | $299,700 |
| Median List Price | $299,700 |
| $/Sq Ft | $150 |
| Homes Sold | 6 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.6% |
| Price Drops | 20.0% |
| Inventory | 15 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,043 |
| 76% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,030 |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,858 |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.63% |
| Obesity | 40.0% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.8% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 19.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 79.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,728/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 233 |
| Total Violent | 135.7/100K |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 108.6/100K |
| Assault | 27.1/100K |
| Total Property | 10,152.0/100K |
| 418% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 488.6/100K |
| Theft | 9,500.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 162.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 54.3 inches |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 3.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,016 ft (310 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,291/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8908°N, 84.7505°W |
| County FIPS | 13223 |
Winner: Republican by 24.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 35.2% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.6% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,291/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 5 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 6 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 233 |
| Restaurants | 192 |
| Retail Stores | 302 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 36.8 min |
| Work from Home | 19.4% |