Georgia
Homeland is a small town in Georgia with a population of 877. Residents earn $51,324 per year, which is 32% below the national average.
Based on current data, Homeland receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Homeland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Homeland is $51,324, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in Homeland is $78,100, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Homeland is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.
9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Homeland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 97.1% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.9% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,324 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,925 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $900 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,850 |
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.3% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 193 |
| County GDP | $289M |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,915 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.73% |
| Commute Time | 32.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |
| Census Median | $78,100 |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $166,648 |
| Census Median Rent | $775 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,915 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.73% |
| Obesity | 36.8% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.8% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.0% |
| Depression | 24.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 84.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.8% |
| Premature Death | 11,365/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 70.3°F |
| 30% above US avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 53.2 inches |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 93 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 351/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.8601°N, 82.0208°W |
| County FIPS | 13049 |
Winner: Republican by 56.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.2% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.6% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 351/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.5 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Retail Stores | 34 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 32.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |