Montezuma, GA

Georgia

Montezuma is a small town in Georgia with a population of 3,002. Residents earn $52,771 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
3,002 Population 657/sq mi density
$52,771 Median Income $26,121 per capita
$95,900 Home Value $101,349 Zillow
$691 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
738 Violent Crime/100K 5,906 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$52,771 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,900 home value, $691/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
738 violent crimes/100K (94% above avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,771
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,900
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 738/100K
94% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $691
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,002
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density657/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 19%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,771
Per Capita$26,121
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$616M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,900
Rent$691
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$101,349

Crime

F
Violent738/100K
Property5,906/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault554/100K
Burglary2,707/100K

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Elevation339 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+89.0%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 59%
Commute24 min
EV Stations2
Libraries4

Is Montezuma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Montezuma receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Montezuma offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Montezuma is $52,771, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Montezuma is $95,900, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $691 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 738 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 5,906 per 100,000, 201% above the national average.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Montezuma enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Montezuma has a population of 3,002 with a density of 657 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (74%), with 18.6% White.

Population

3,002
Total Population
657
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Montezuma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Montezuma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Montezuma is $52,771, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Montezuma vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,771
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,121
Avg Weekly Wage$1,046
IRS Avg AGI$43,265

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)236
County GDP$616M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare18
Retail41
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,013
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Montezuma is $95,900, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $691 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $101,349.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,900
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$101,349

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$691
41% below US avg

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-Occupied65.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,013
14% below US avg
Effective Rate3.14%
In Montezuma, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 35.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes16.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure42.6%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.2%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.0%
Physical Inactivity35.5%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.4%
Checkup Rate80.5%
Premature Death12,938/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access43.8%
Healthcare Facilities18
Montezuma has a violent crime rate of 738 per 100,000 residents, 94% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,906 per 100,000 (201% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent738.2/100K
94% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape61.5/100K
Robbery123.0/100K
Assault553.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,905.9/100K
201% above US avg
Burglary2,706.9/100K
Theft2,829.9/100K
Vehicle Theft369.1/100K
Arson30.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Montezuma has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.4 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation339 ft (103 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.8 km²)
Population Density657/sq mi
Coordinates32.2973°N, 84.0191°W
County FIPS13193
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 17.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.9%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 17.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+89.0%
School Test Score4.92
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density657/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants17
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Work from Home4.1%

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