Ocilla, GA

Georgia

Ocilla is a small town in Georgia with a population of 3,233. Residents earn $40,677 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,233 Population 1,268/sq mi density
$40,677 Median Income $21,589 per capita
$103,000 Home Value $133,354 Zillow
$796 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
459 Violent Crime/100K 3,702 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$40,677 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,000 home value, $796/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
459 violent crimes/100K (21% above avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,677
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,000
63% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 459/100K
21% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $796
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.1%
54% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,233
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density1,268/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 32%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,677
Per Capita$21,589
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty19.1%
County GDP$293M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,000
Rent$796
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$133,354

Crime

F
Violent459/100K
Property3,702/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault373/100K
Burglary517/100K

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation353 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+81.8%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 23%
Commute19 min
EV Stations2
Libraries1

Is Ocilla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ocilla receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ocilla has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ocilla is $40,677, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. The poverty rate of 19.1% 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 Ocilla is $103,000, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $796 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 459 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,702 per 100,000, 89% above the national average.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ocilla enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Ocilla has a population of 3,233 with a density of 1,268 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (66.7%), with 32% White.

Population

3,233
Total Population
1,268
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Ocilla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ocilla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ocilla is $40,677, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Ocilla vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,677
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,589
Avg Weekly Wage$876
IRS Avg AGI$49,841

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.1%
54% above US avg
Establishments (County)165
County GDP$293M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare14
Retail25
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,507
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Work from Home0.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Ocilla is $103,000, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $796 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $133,354.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,000
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$133,354

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$796
32% 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-Occupied51.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,507
28% below US avg
Effective Rate2.43%
In Ocilla, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 34.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes16.0%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure41.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.5%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.3%
Physical Inactivity34.8%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.9%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death12,087/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access48.8%
Healthcare Facilities14
Ocilla has a violent crime rate of 459 per 100,000 residents, 21% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,702 per 100,000 (89% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent459.1/100K
21% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape28.7/100K
Robbery57.4/100K
Assault373.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,701.6/100K
89% above US avg
Burglary516.5/100K
Theft2,984.2/100K
Vehicle Theft200.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Ocilla has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.3°F
23% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation353 ft (108 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density1,268/sq mi
Coordinates31.5986°N, 83.2498°W
County FIPS13155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.7%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+81.8%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,268/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants5
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Work from Home0.3%

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