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Jenkinsburg, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Jenkinsburg is a small town in Georgia with a population of 346. Residents earn $80,682 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
346 Population 266/sq mi density
$80,682 Median Income $34,340 per capita
$217,600 Home Value $250,685 Zillow
$1,313 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$80,682 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$217,600 home value, $1,313/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,682
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $217,600
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.7%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,313
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population346
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density266/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans10.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$80,682
Per Capita$34,340
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$11,851M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$217,600
Rent$1,313
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$250,685
Housing Units141
Rent Burden25.0%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured15.5%
Smoking18.7%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation769 ft (234 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.7%
High School+85.8%
Graduate+6.2%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 65%
Commute33 min
Broadband95.5%
Libraries5

Is Jenkinsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jenkinsburg receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Jenkinsburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jenkinsburg is $80,682, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jenkinsburg is $217,600, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,313 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jenkinsburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Jenkinsburg has a population of 346 with a density of 266 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.6%), with 4% Hispanic, 17.6% Black.

Population

346
Total Population
266
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Jenkinsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jenkinsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jenkinsburg is $80,682, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Jenkinsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,682
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,340
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$62,477

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,514
County GDP$11,851M

Business (County)

Restaurants508
Healthcare571
Retail653
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,568
31% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.4 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Jenkinsburg is $217,600, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,313 (13% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,685.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$217,600
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$250,685

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,313
13% above US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

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-Occupied85.6%
Housing Units141
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,568
31% above US avg
Effective Rate2.10%
In Jenkinsburg, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.9%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.1%
Uninsured15.5%
80% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits54.0%
Premature Death9,126/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access65.5%
Healthcare Facilities571
Jenkinsburg has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation769 ft (234 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density266/sq mi
Coordinates33.3206°N, 84.0373°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS13151
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 29.7-point margin. 95.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 34.9%
D 64.5%

Winner: Democrat by 29.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.7%
24% below US avg
High School+85.8%
Graduate Degree+6.2%
School Test Score4.92
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density266/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.5%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities571
Restaurants508
Retail Stores653

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.4 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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