Home Value $109,400

61% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 8.1%

76% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.4%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.9%

8% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 15.8%

27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population332

Median Age21.9 yrs

Density235/mi²

Male / Female59% / 41%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans3.6%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$27,918

Unemployment3.9%

Poverty15.8%

County GDP$1,298M

Commute19 min

Housing

Home Value$109,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$502,748

Housing Units153

Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity37.4%

Uninsured12.5%

Smoking17.8%

Depression24.7%

Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI44 (Good)

Rain60.3 in/yr

Sunny Days302/yr

Elevation1,559 ft (475 m)

Education

Bachelor's+8.1%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+24.9%

School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%

Commute19 min

Broadband100.0%

Libraries1

Is Mineral Bluff a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mineral Bluff receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Mineral Bluff faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mineral Bluff is $109,400, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mineral Bluff enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Mineral Bluff has a population of 332 with a density of 235 people per square mile. The median age is 21.9 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

332

Total Population

235

People / sq mi

21.9yrs

Median Age

44% below US avg

1.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.7%

Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mineral Bluff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mineral Bluff vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mineral Bluff is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Mineral Bluff vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$27,918
Avg Weekly Wage	$859
IRS Avg AGI	$74,918

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.9%
	8% above US avg
Poverty Rate	15.8%
	27% above US avg
Establishments (County)	828
County GDP	$1,298M

Business (County)

Restaurants	70
Healthcare	78
Retail	140
Manufacturing	29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,910
	17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	2.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.5 min
Drive Alone	66.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mineral Bluff is $109,400, 61% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $502,748.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$109,400
	61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$502,748

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	22.5%

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-Occupied	58.1%
Housing Units	153
Median Year Built	1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,910
	17% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.66%

In Mineral Bluff, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mineral Bluff vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.4%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	10.7%
Heart Disease	6.4%
High Blood Pressure	32.8%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	7.6%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.8%
	27% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.7%
Physical Inactivity	27.0%
Depression	24.7%
Mental Distress	20.8%
Physical Distress	15.0%
Short Sleep	37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	65.7%
Uninsured	12.5%
	45% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.8%
Dental Visits	60.5%
Premature Death	12,245/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	85.6%
Healthcare Facilities	78

Mineral Bluff has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.3 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	55.9°F
	4% above US avg
January Average	37°F (3°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	60.3 inches
	59% above US avg
Snowfall	3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	44.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,559 ft (475 m)
Area	1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density	235/sq mi
Coordinates	34.9142°N, 84.2776°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	13111

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.2%

D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 64.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	8.1%
	76% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	24.9%
School Test Score	4.92

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	235/sq mi
Total Area	1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	100.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	78
Restaurants	70
Retail Stores	140

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.5 min
Drive Alone	66.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	9.0%

Mineral Bluff, GA

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

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Economy

Housing

Health

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Education

Community

Is Mineral Bluff a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

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Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Mineral Bluff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Mineral Bluff vs U.S. Average

Income: Mineral Bluff vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Mineral Bluff vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

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Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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