Georgia
Homerville is a small town in Georgia with a population of 2,243. Residents earn $35,844 per year, which is 52% below the national average.
Based on current data, Homerville receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Homerville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Homerville is $35,844, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 26.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Homerville is $88,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,105 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,570 per 100,000, 286% above the national average.
15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Homerville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 50°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.
| English Only | 96.6% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.4% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $35,844 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $19,520 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $887 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,585 |
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 26.2% |
| 111% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,009 |
| County GDP | $1,906M |
| Restaurants | 93 |
| Healthcare | 134 |
| Retail | 186 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,277 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.70% |
| Commute Time | 25.7 min |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |
| Census Median | $88,500 |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $116,904 |
| Census Median Rent | $400 |
| 66% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 51.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,277 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.70% |
| Obesity | 43.6% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.9% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.9% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 9.2% |
| Stroke | 4.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.6% |
| Depression | 21.2% |
| Mental Distress | 21.3% |
| Physical Distress | 17.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 79.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 15,080/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 55.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 134 |
| Total Violent | 1,104.8/100K |
| 191% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 81.8/100K |
| Assault | 1,022.9/100K |
| Total Property | 7,569.6/100K |
| 286% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,554.8/100K |
| Theft | 5,687.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 327.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.2°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.3 inches |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 173 ft (53 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 643/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.0382°N, 82.7421°W |
| County FIPS | 13299 |
Winner: Republican by 43.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.3% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 643/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 134 |
| Restaurants | 93 |
| Retail Stores | 186 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 25.7 min |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |