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Milledgeville, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Milledgeville is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 291. Residents earn $70,625 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
291 Population 181/sq mi density
$70,625 Median Income $27,693 per capita
$131,900 Home Value $149,660 Zillow
$825 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$70,625 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,900 home value, $825/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,625
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,900
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population291
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density181/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,625
Per Capita$27,693
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$524M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,900
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$149,660
Housing Units138
Rent Burden25.0%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured13.0%
Smoking23.3%
Depression32.9%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain59.2 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation444 ft (135 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute38 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries1

Is Milledgeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Milledgeville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Milledgeville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Milledgeville is $70,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Milledgeville is $131,900, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Milledgeville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Milledgeville has a population of 291 with a density of 181 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

291
Total Population
181
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Milledgeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Milledgeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milledgeville is $70,625, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Milledgeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,625
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,693
Avg Weekly Wage$847
IRS Avg AGI$57,082

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)325
County GDP$524M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare27
Retail50
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,421
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.5 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Milledgeville is $131,900, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $149,660.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,900
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$149,660

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$882
1 Bedroom$924
2 Bedrooms$1,118
3 Bedrooms$1,445
4 Bedrooms$1,644

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.0%
Housing Units138
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,421
31% below US avg
Effective Rate1.84%
In Milledgeville, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.0% of residents lack health insurance. 23.3% are current smokers. 32.9% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure38.1%
Asthma11.7%
COPD10.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.3%
66% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression32.9%
Mental Distress23.4%
Physical Distress17.0%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Uninsured13.0%
51% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits55.7%
Premature Death11,996/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access36.6%
Healthcare Facilities27
Milledgeville has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.2 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.2 inches
56% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation444 ft (135 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density181/sq mi
Coordinates35.3776°N, 88.3661°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47023
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.9-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 64.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.2%
82% below US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.08
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density181/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants28
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.5 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

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