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Lexington, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Lexington is a small town in Georgia with a population of 470. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
470 Population 855/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $25,542 per capita
$162,500 Home Value $288,587 Zillow
$856 Median Rent 32.3% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,500 home value, $856/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
33.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.0%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $856
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.5%
186% higher than US avg

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

People

Population470
Median Age16.0 yrs
Density855/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 45%
Veterans2.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$25,542
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty35.5%
County GDP$518M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,500
Rent$856
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$288,587
Housing Units128
Rent Burden32.3%

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured11.2%
Smoking15.5%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation689 ft (210 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.0%
High School+99.5%
Graduate+20.2%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute29 min
Broadband94.7%
Libraries1

Is Lexington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lexington receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Lexington stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lexington is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 35.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lexington is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $856 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lexington 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 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Lexington has a population of 470 with a density of 855 people per square mile. The median age is 16.0 years, 59% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (53.8%), with 44.9% White.

Population

470
Total Population
855
People / sq mi
16.0yrs
Median Age
59% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lexington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lexington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lexington is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 35.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Lexington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$25,542
Avg Weekly Wage$881
IRS Avg AGI$58,596

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate35.5%
186% above US avg
Establishments (County)249
County GDP$518M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare10
Retail20
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,174
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Lexington is $162,500, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $856 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $288,587.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$288,587

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$856
26% below US avg
Rent Burden32.3%

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-Occupied57.6%
Housing Units128
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,174
9% below US avg
Effective Rate1.95%
In Lexington, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.9%
Uninsured11.2%
30% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits59.4%
Premature Death9,362/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access26.2%
Healthcare Facilities10
Lexington 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 49.5 inches. The area enjoys 308 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 Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.5 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density855/sq mi
Coordinates33.8701°N, 83.1102°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS13221
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 94.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.9%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.0%
2% below US avg
High School+99.5%
Graduate Degree+20.2%
School Test Score4.92
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density855/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants10
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.5%

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