Madison, GA

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.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
4,714 Population 532/sq mi density
$79,133 Median Income $47,518 per capita
$313,100 Home Value $434,168 Zillow
$1,128 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
630 Violent Crime/100K 5,642 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,133 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$313,100 home value, $1,128/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
630 violent crimes/100K (66% above avg)
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,133
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $313,100
11% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 630/100K
66% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.4%
26% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,128
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,714
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density532/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 57%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,133
Per Capita$47,518
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$1,518M
Commute15 min

Housing

A
Home Value$313,100
Rent$1,128
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$434,168

Crime

F
Violent630/100K
Property5,642/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault529/100K
Burglary605/100K

Health

Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Elevation694 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.4%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute15 min
EV Stations8
Libraries2

Is Madison a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Madison has a population of 4,714 with a density of 532 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.1%), with 41.2% Black.

Population

4,714
Total Population
532
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
8.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Madison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Madison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Madison is $79,133, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Madison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,133
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,518
Avg Weekly Wage$997
IRS Avg AGI$86,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)693
County GDP$1,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare43
Retail79
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,679
34% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.0 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Madison is $313,100, 11% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,128 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $434,168.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$313,100
11% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$434,168
Median List Price$799,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$799,000
$/Sq Ft$212
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio97.3%
Price Drops25.9%
Inventory27

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,128
3% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,159
1 Bedroom$1,183
2 Bedrooms$1,331
3 Bedrooms$1,734
4 Bedrooms$1,831

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied40.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,679
34% above US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
In Madison, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Checkup Rate78.4%
Premature Death9,731/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access29.1%
Healthcare Facilities43
Madison has a violent crime rate of 630 per 100,000 residents, 66% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,642 per 100,000 (188% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent629.7/100K
66% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape50.4/100K
Robbery50.4/100K
Assault529.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,642.3/100K
188% above US avg
Burglary604.5/100K
Theft4,962.2/100K
Vehicle Theft75.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Madison has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation694 ft (212 m)
Area8.9 sq mi (22.9 km²)
Population Density532/sq mi
Coordinates33.5790°N, 83.4760°W
County FIPS13211
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.8%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 46 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.4%
26% above US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score5.68
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density532/sq mi
Total Area8.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants58
Retail Stores79

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.0 min
Work from Home6.7%

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