Mershon, GA

Georgia

Mershon is a small town in Georgia with a population of 46.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
46 Population 52/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $47,593 per capita
N/A Home Value $229,282 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 54.3%
61% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population46
Median Age61.7 yrs
Density52/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans16.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$47,593
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$659M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$229,282

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Elevation144 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.3%
High School+60.9%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 11%
CommuteN/A
Broadband6.0%
Libraries1

Is Mershon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mershon receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Mershon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Mershon is a highly educated community — 54.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 60.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mershon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Mershon has a population of 46 with a density of 52 people per square mile. The median age is 61.7 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

46
Total Population
52
People / sq mi
61.7yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mershon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mershon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mershon is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Mershon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$47,593
Avg Weekly Wage$871
IRS Avg AGI$58,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)442
County GDP$659M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare28
Retail70
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,121
11% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $229,282.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$229,282

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,121
11% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death13,350/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access66.1%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Mershon has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density52/sq mi
Coordinates31.4633°N, 82.2528°W
County FIPS13229
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 54.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.5-point margin. 6.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.7%
D 11.2%

Winner: Republican by 77.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.3%
61% above US avg
High School+60.9%
School Test Score4.92
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density52/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access6.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants30
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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