Metter, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Candler County County
Metter, GA
At a Glance
How Metter Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Metter's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Metter a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Metter residents earn a median household income of $36,111 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,708. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 272 business establishments, including 22 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Metter is $149,700 , 47% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $215,838. Median rent is $660/month, with 27.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
Metter reports 327 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 14% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,288/100K.
Education
9.9% of adults in Metter hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below the national average). 76.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Metter has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches.