Georgia · Metropolitan Area
Madison is a small town in Georgia with a population of 4,714. Residents earn $79,133 per year, which is 5% above the national average.
Based on current data, Madison receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Madison offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Madison is $79,133, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Madison is $313,100, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,128 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 630 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,642 per 100,000, 188% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 42.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Madison enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $79,133 |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $47,518 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $997 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,947 |
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 693 |
| County GDP | $1,518M |
| Restaurants | 58 |
| Healthcare | 43 |
| Retail | 79 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,679 |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.49% |
| Commute Time | 15.0 min |
| Work from Home | 6.7% |
| Census Median | $313,100 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $434,168 |
| Median List Price | $799,000 |
| Median List Price | $799,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $212 |
| Homes Sold | 9 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.3% |
| Price Drops | 25.9% |
| Inventory | 27 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,128 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,159 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,183 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,331 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,734 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,831 |
| Owner-Occupied | 40.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,679 |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.49% |
| Obesity | 33.6% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.9% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.0% |
| Depression | 19.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.4% |
| Premature Death | 9,731/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 29.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 43 |
| Total Violent | 629.7/100K |
| 66% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 50.4/100K |
| Robbery | 50.4/100K |
| Assault | 529.0/100K |
| Total Property | 5,642.3/100K |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 604.5/100K |
| Theft | 4,962.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 75.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.8 inches |
| 26% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 694 ft (212 m) |
| Area | 8.9 sq mi (22.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 532/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.5790°N, 83.4760°W |
| County FIPS | 13211 |
Winner: Republican by 46 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 42.4% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.68 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 532/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 8 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 8 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 43 |
| Restaurants | 58 |
| Retail Stores | 79 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 15.0 min |
| Work from Home | 6.7% |