Lumpkin, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Lumpkin is a small town in Georgia with a population of 815. Residents earn $24,107 per year, which is 68% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
815 Population 516/sq mi density
$24,107 Median Income $24,144 per capita
$65,000 Home Value $64,839 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$24,107 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,000 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,107
68% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.5%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.9%
93% higher than US avg

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

People

Population815
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density516/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 30%

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,107
Per Capita$24,144
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty23.9%
County GDP$199M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$64,839

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain52.8 in/yr
Elevation569 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+76.5%
School Score5.83

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 58%
Commute31 min
Libraries1

Is Lumpkin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lumpkin receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lumpkin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lumpkin is $24,107, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 23.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lumpkin is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lumpkin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Lumpkin has a population of 815 with a density of 516 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (68.2%), with 30.1% White, 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

815
Total Population
516
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lumpkin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lumpkin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lumpkin is $24,107, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Lumpkin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,107
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,144
Avg Weekly Wage$1,046
IRS Avg AGI$43,799

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.9%
93% above US avg
Establishments (County)90
County GDP$199M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare9
Retail10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,500
57% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lumpkin is $65,000, 77% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $64,839.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,000
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$64,839

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,085
1 Bedroom$1,136
2 Bedrooms$1,245
3 Bedrooms$1,577
4 Bedrooms$2,089

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied43.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,500
57% below US avg
Effective Rate2.31%
In Lumpkin, 44.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 40.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.5%
39% above US avg
Diabetes18.8%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure45.9%
Asthma12.7%
COPD10.3%
Stroke5.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.0%
Physical Inactivity40.3%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress18.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death13,631/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access0.9%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Lumpkin has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.8 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation569 ft (173 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density516/sq mi
Coordinates32.0480°N, 84.7981°W
County FIPS13259
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.8%
D 58%

Winner: Democrat by 16.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+76.5%
School Test Score5.83
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density516/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants3
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Work from Home3.6%

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