Georgia
Meigs is a small town in Georgia with a population of 825. Residents earn $28,125 per year, which is 63% below the national average.
Based on current data, Meigs receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Meigs has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Meigs is $28,125, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 41.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Meigs is $92,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $588 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 1,067 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 1,940 per 100,000, near the national average.
6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Meigs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 93.1% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.9% |
| 49% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $28,125 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $14,039 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $874 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $46,114 |
| Unemployment | 6.7% |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 41.4% |
| 234% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 482 |
| County GDP | $1,044M |
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Healthcare | 32 |
| Retail | 79 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,936 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.17% |
| Commute Time | 25.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $92,500 |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $156,990 |
| $/Sq Ft | $109 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 104.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Census Median Rent | $588 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 59.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,936 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.17% |
| Obesity | 46.9% |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 19.0% |
| Heart Disease | 7.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 45.6% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 10.0% |
| Stroke | 5.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.9% |
| Depression | 20.2% |
| Mental Distress | 21.6% |
| Physical Distress | 18.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.2% |
| Premature Death | 12,435/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
| Total Violent | 1,066.9/100K |
| 181% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 194.0/100K |
| Assault | 872.9/100K |
| Total Property | 1,939.9/100K |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 969.9/100K |
| Theft | 872.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 97.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.6 inches |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 338 ft (103 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 529/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.0718°N, 84.0927°W |
| County FIPS | 13205 |
Winner: Republican by 16.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.0% |
| 82% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 68.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 529/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Retail Stores | 79 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 25.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |