Jacksonville, GA

Georgia

Jacksonville is a small town in Georgia with a population of 130. Residents earn $35,000 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
130 Population 119/sq mi density
$35,000 Median Income $30,529 per capita
$47,900 Home Value
$967 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$35,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,900 home value, $967/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,000
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $47,900
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $967
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.3%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population130
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density119/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans80.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$35,000
Per Capita$30,529
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$415M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,900
Rent$967
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease9.2%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Elevation211 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+87.4%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 30%
Commute26 min
Broadband24.0%
Libraries1

Is Jacksonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jacksonville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Jacksonville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jacksonville is $35,000, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jacksonville is $47,900, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $967 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jacksonville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Jacksonville has a population of 130 with a density of 119 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.1%), with 11.5% Black.

Population

130
Total Population
119
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Jacksonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.1%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.9%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jacksonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jacksonville is $35,000, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Jacksonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,000
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,529
Avg Weekly Wage$805
IRS Avg AGI$42,805

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)225
County GDP$415M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare13
Retail45
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,733
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Jacksonville is $47,900, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $967 (17% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,900
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$967
17% 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-Occupied85.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,733
22% below US avg
Effective Rate5.71%
In Jacksonville, 44.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 40.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.3%
38% above US avg
Diabetes17.9%
Heart Disease9.2%
High Blood Pressure43.6%
Asthma12.4%
COPD12.5%
Stroke5.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.9%
Physical Inactivity40.6%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress24.4%
Physical Distress20.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.7%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death13,517/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access57.6%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Jacksonville has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation211 ft (64 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density119/sq mi
Coordinates31.8134°N, 82.9758°W
County FIPS13271
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.3-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 30.2%

Winner: Republican by 39.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+87.4%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density119/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants25
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Work from Home4.1%

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