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Junction City, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Junction City is a small town in Georgia with a population of 354.

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
354 Population 151/sq mi density
$640 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.2 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $640
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.2%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population354
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density151/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 11%
Veterans11.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,454
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$336M
Commute36 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$640
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$178,585
Housing Units122
Rent Burden19.0%

Health

Obesity44.2%
Uninsured14.8%
Smoking18.3%
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation673 ft (205 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.0%
High School+87.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 56%
Commute36 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries1

Is Junction City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Junction City receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Junction City faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $640 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Junction City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°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 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Junction City has a population of 354 with a density of 151 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (83.1%), with 11.3% White, 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

354
Total Population
151
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Junction City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Junction City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Junction City is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Junction City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,454
Avg Weekly Wage$905
IRS Avg AGI$46,385

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)100
County GDP$336M

Business (County)

Healthcare5
Retail10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,529
28% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.3 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $640 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,585.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$178,585

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$640
45% below US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

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-Occupied75.5%
Housing Units122
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,529
28% below US avg
In Junction City, 44.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.8% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 18.8% report depression. 33.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Junction City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.2%
38% above US avg
Diabetes16.7%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure44.3%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.4%
Cancer5.1%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.1%
Physical Inactivity33.4%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep43.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.5%
Uninsured14.8%
72% above US avg
Checkup Rate79.4%
Dental Visits49.6%
Premature Death13,334/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access11.0%
Healthcare Facilities5
Junction City has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.5 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.5 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation673 ft (205 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density151/sq mi
Coordinates32.6036°N, 84.4582°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS13263
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.9%
D 55.9%

Winner: Democrat by 12 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.0%
94% below US avg
High School+87.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.92
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density151/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.3 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

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