Nicholls, GA

Georgia

Nicholls is a small town in Georgia with a population of 3,484. Residents earn $27,297 per year, which is 64% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
3,484 Population 1,476/sq mi density
$27,297 Median Income $9,596 per capita
$34,800 Home Value $153,887 Zillow
$617 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
119 Violent Crime/100K 1,216 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$27,297 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$34,800 home value, $617/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
119 violent crimes/100K (69% below avg)
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,297
64% lower than US avg
Home Value $34,800
88% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 119/100K
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $617
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.7%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 40.7%
228% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,484
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density1,476/mi²
Male / Female87% / 13%
Largest GroupWhite 40%

Economy

C
Median Income$27,297
Per Capita$9,596
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty40.7%
County GDP$508M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$34,800
Rent$617
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$153,887

Crime

F
Violent119/100K
Property1,216/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault89/100K
Burglary445/100K

Health

Obesity46.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.6%
Heart Disease10.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Elevation186 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+76.4%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 13%
Commute30 min
Libraries1

Is Nicholls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nicholls receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Nicholls has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nicholls is $27,297, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. The poverty rate of 40.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nicholls is $34,800, 88% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $617 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Nicholls is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 119 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,216 per 100,000, 38% below the national average.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Nicholls enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Nicholls has a population of 3,484 with a density of 1,476 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (55.1%), with 40% White, 2% Hispanic.

Population

3,484
Total Population
1,476
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 87.1%
Female 12.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Nicholls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nicholls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nicholls is $27,297, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 40.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Nicholls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,297
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$9,596
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$49,746

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate40.7%
228% above US avg
Establishments (County)290
County GDP$508M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare23
Retail47
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,955
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nicholls is $34,800, 88% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $617 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $153,887.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$34,800
88% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$153,887

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$617
47% 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-Occupied60.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,955
16% below US avg
Effective Rate8.49%
In Nicholls, 46.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.6% report depression. 42.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.7%
45% above US avg
Diabetes21.6%
Heart Disease10.7%
High Blood Pressure51.5%
Asthma9.9%
COPD12.7%
Stroke6.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.9%
Physical Inactivity42.8%
Depression17.6%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress20.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.1%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death16,179/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities23
Nicholls has a violent crime rate of 119 per 100,000 residents, 69% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,216 per 100,000 (38% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent118.6/100K
69% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery29.7/100K
Assault88.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,215.5/100K
38% below US avg
Burglary444.7/100K
Theft741.2/100K
Vehicle Theft29.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Nicholls has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.4°F
25% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation186 ft (57 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density1,476/sq mi
Coordinates31.5204°N, 82.6381°W
County FIPS13005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.5%
D 13.3%

Winner: Republican by 73.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+76.4%
School Test Score4.92
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,476/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants16
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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