Maxeys, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Maxeys is a small town in Georgia with a population of 348. Residents earn $36,733 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
348 Population 146/sq mi density
$36,733 Median Income $43,711 per capita
$192,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$36,733 median income, 2.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$192,900 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,733
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $192,900
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.9%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population348
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density146/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$36,733
Per Capita$43,711
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$518M
Commute29 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$192,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Elevation741 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.9%
High School+98.1%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute29 min
Broadband44.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Maxeys a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maxeys receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Maxeys offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maxeys is $36,733, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maxeys is $192,900, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Maxeys 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. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Maxeys has a population of 348 with a density of 146 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

348
Total Population
146
People / sq mi
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.8%
Female 59.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Maxeys vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Maxeys vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maxeys is $36,733, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Maxeys vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,733
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,711
Avg Weekly Wage$881
IRS Avg AGI$58,596

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below 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 Rate1.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone92.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Maxeys is $192,900, 32% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,900
32% below US avg

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-Occupied98.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,174
9% below US avg
Effective Rate1.65%
In Maxeys, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death9,362/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access26.2%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Maxeys 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation741 ft (226 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density146/sq mi
Coordinates33.7549°N, 83.1726°W
County FIPS13221
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 44.2% 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+27.9%
17% below US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score4.92
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density146/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.2%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants10
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone92.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

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