Georgia
McCaysville is a small town in Georgia with a population of 1,571. Residents earn $45,625 per year, which is 39% below the national average.
Based on current data, McCaysville receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. McCaysville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in McCaysville is $45,625, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. The poverty rate of 20.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in McCaysville is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $776 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 848 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 1,697 per 100,000, near the national average.
2.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
McCaysville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 90.9% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 9.1% |
| 32% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $45,625 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,108 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $859 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,918 |
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.2% |
| 63% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 828 |
| County GDP | $1,298M |
| Restaurants | 70 |
| Healthcare | 78 |
| Retail | 140 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,910 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.59% |
| Commute Time | 19.9 min |
| Work from Home | 4.3% |
| Census Median | $112,500 |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $319,370 |
| Census Median Rent | $776 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,910 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.59% |
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.8% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.6% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 78.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 12,245/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 78 |
| Total Violent | 848.3/100K |
| 123% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 848.3/100K |
| Total Property | 1,696.5/100K |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 94.3/100K |
| Theft | 1,508.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 94.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.7°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 59.3 inches |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 4.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,682 ft (513 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,040/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.9820°N, 84.3712°W |
| County FIPS | 13111 |
Winner: Republican by 64.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 2.6% |
| 92% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,040/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 78 |
| Restaurants | 70 |
| Retail Stores | 140 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 19.9 min |
| Work from Home | 4.3% |