Hoschton, GA

Georgia

Hoschton is a small town in Georgia with a population of 3,700. Residents earn $96,081 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
3,700 Population 629/sq mi density
$96,081 Median Income $42,168 per capita
$345,100 Home Value $478,678 Zillow
$1,189 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$96,081 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$345,100 home value, $1,189/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,081
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $345,100
22% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.0%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,189
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,700
Median Age34.2 yrs
Density629/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,081
Per Capita$42,168
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$6,518M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$345,100
Rent$1,189
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$478,678

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain52.4 in/yr
Elevation924 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.0%
High School+85.5%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute37 min
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Hoschton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hoschton receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Hoschton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hoschton is $96,081, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Hoschton is $345,100, 22% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,189 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hoschton 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 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Hoschton has a population of 3,700 with a density of 629 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.4%), with 6% Black.

Population

3,700
Total Population
629
People / sq mi
34.2yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
5.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hoschton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.2%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.8%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hoschton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hoschton is $96,081, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Hoschton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,081
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,168
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$77,495

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,142
County GDP$6,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare116
Retail262
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,380
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.9 min
Work from Home15.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Hoschton is $345,100, 22% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,189 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $478,678.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$345,100
22% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$478,678
Median List Price$460,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$460,000
$/Sq Ft$190
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio98.6%
Price Drops31.8%
Inventory132

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,189
2% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,339

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-Occupied76.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,380
25% above US avg
Effective Rate1.27%
In Hoschton, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death9,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access45.1%
Healthcare Facilities116

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Hoschton 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 52.4 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 Rainfall52.4 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation924 ft (282 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.2 km²)
Population Density629/sq mi
Coordinates34.0859°N, 83.7622°W
County FIPS13157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 34.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.3%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 55.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.0%
1% above US avg
High School+85.5%
School Test Score4.92
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density629/sq mi
Total Area5.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities116
Restaurants100
Retail Stores262

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.9 min
Work from Home15.2%

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