Irwinton, GA

Georgia

Irwinton is a small town in Georgia with a population of 563. Residents earn $34,444 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
563 Population 179/sq mi density
$34,444 Median Income $25,374 per capita
$95,500 Home Value $143,727 Zillow
$827 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$34,444 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,500 home value, $827/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,444
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,500
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $827
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population563
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density179/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 27%

Economy

B
Median Income$34,444
Per Capita$25,374
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$604M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,500
Rent$827
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$143,727

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.6%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Elevation450 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+89.3%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute23 min
Libraries2

Is Irwinton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Irwinton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Irwinton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Irwinton is $34,444, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Irwinton is $95,500, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $827 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Irwinton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Irwinton has a population of 563 with a density of 179 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (60.2%), with 26.6% White, 5.7% Hispanic.

Population

563
Total Population
179
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.8%
Female 63.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Irwinton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Irwinton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Irwinton is $34,444, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Irwinton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,444
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,374
Avg Weekly Wage$1,120
IRS Avg AGI$48,636

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)174
County GDP$604M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare15
Retail22
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Work from Home0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Irwinton is $95,500, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $827 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $143,727.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,500
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$143,727

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$827
29% 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-Occupied74.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg
Effective Rate2.51%
In Irwinton, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.6% report depression. 32.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes15.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure41.2%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.2%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity32.8%
Depression19.6%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate78.4%
Premature Death15,270/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Irwinton has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.8 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation450 ft (137 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density179/sq mi
Coordinates32.8108°N, 83.1737°W
County FIPS13319
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.8%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 17.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.1%
43% below US avg
High School+89.3%
School Test Score4.92
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density179/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants6
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Work from Home0.7%

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