Ocilla, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Irwin County County
Ocilla, GA
At a Glance
How Ocilla Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ocilla's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ocilla a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ocilla residents earn a median household income of $40,677 , which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,589. The unemployment rate stands at 1.3% (64% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 165 business establishments, including 5 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ocilla is $103,000 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $134,565. Median rent is $796/month, with 24.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1979.
Safety & Crime
Ocilla reports 287 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 25% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,329/100K.
Education
11.9% of adults in Ocilla hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below the national average). 81.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 47.6 inches.