Jakin, GA

Georgia

Jakin is a small town in Georgia with a population of 189. Residents earn $51,346 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
189 Population 152/sq mi density
$51,346 Median Income $24,101 per capita
$203,100 Home Value
$763 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$51,346 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$203,100 home value, $763/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,346
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $203,100
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $763
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population189
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density152/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,346
Per Capita$24,101
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$277M
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$203,100
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain56.9 in/yr

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 25%
Commute31 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries1

Is Jakin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jakin receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Jakin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jakin is $51,346, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jakin is $203,100, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jakin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Jakin has a population of 189 with a density of 152 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.6%), with 33.3% Black.

Population

189
Total Population
152
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Jakin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jakin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jakin is $51,346, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Jakin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,346
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,101
Avg Weekly Wage$1,008
IRS Avg AGI$52,769

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)165
County GDP$277M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare13
Retail26
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,257
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Jakin is $203,100, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$203,100
28% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$763
34% 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-Occupied63.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,257
7% below US avg
Effective Rate1.60%
In Jakin, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 33.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes14.8%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure39.6%
Asthma11.5%
COPD9.1%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity33.7%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress17.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.4%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death22,799/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access19.7%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Jakin has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.0°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.9 inches
50% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density152/sq mi
Coordinates31.0901°N, 84.9823°W
County FIPS13201
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.5-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 24.6%

Winner: Republican by 50.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density152/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants10
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Work from Home7.8%

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