Leary, GA

Georgia

Leary is a small town in Georgia with a population of 321. Residents earn $33,750 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
321 Population 100/sq mi density
$33,750 Median Income $25,704 per capita
$48,900 Home Value $82,083 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$33,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$48,900 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,750
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $48,900
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population321
Median Age64.7 yrs
Density100/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 10%

Economy

B
Median Income$33,750
Per Capita$25,704
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$152M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$48,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$82,083

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Elevation202 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+74.0%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 56%
Commute31 min
Libraries1

Is Leary a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leary is $33,750, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.6% 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 Leary is $48,900, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Leary 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.

Leary has a population of 321 with a density of 100 people per square mile. The median age is 64.7 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (89.1%), with 9.7% White.

Population

321
Total Population
100
People / sq mi
64.7yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.8%
Female 63.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Leary vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Leary vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leary is $33,750, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Leary vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,750
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,704
Avg Weekly Wage$873
IRS Avg AGI$40,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)128
County GDP$152M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare7
Retail13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Leary is $48,900, 83% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $82,083.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$48,900
83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$82,083

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied83.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Rate5.73%
In Leary, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% report depression. 36.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.7%
36% above US avg
Diabetes16.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure42.8%
Asthma12.5%
COPD7.8%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.9%
Physical Inactivity36.6%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate79.9%
Premature Death11,948/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Leary 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

Elevation202 ft (62 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates31.4844°N, 84.5117°W
County FIPS13037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.8%
D 56.1%

Winner: Democrat by 12.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+74.0%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density100/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants3
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Work from Home4.0%

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