Ila, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Ila is a small town in Georgia with a population of 490. Residents earn $48,542 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
490 Population 636/sq mi density
$48,542 Median Income $18,988 per capita
$196,900 Home Value $261,972 Zillow
$935 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$48,542 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$196,900 home value, $935/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,542
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $196,900
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $935
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.6%
66% higher than US avg

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

People

Population490
Median Age31.1 yrs
Density636/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,542
Per Capita$18,988
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty20.6%
County GDP$885M
Commute37 min

Housing

A
Home Value$196,900
Rent$935
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$261,972

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation820 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+79.6%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute37 min
Libraries1

Is Ila a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ila receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Ila offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ila is $48,542, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 20.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. 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 Ila is $196,900, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $935 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ila 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 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Ila has a population of 490 with a density of 636 people per square mile. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%).

Population

490
Total Population
636
People / sq mi
31.1yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.6%
Female 38.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ila vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ila vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ila is $48,542, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Ila vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,542
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,988
Avg Weekly Wage$858
IRS Avg AGI$58,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.6%
66% above US avg
Establishments (County)505
County GDP$885M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare19
Retail54
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,953
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.6 min
Work from Home19.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Ila is $196,900, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $935 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,972.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,900
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$261,972

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$935
20% below US avg

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-Occupied76.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,953
13% above US avg
Effective Rate2.01%
In Ila, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 34.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure38.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD10.8%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity34.4%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress18.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death10,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access19.4%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Ila 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 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall2.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density636/sq mi
Coordinates34.1737°N, 83.2931°W
County FIPS13195
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.2%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+79.6%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density636/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants24
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.6 min
Work from Home19.3%

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