Oconee, GA

Georgia

Oconee is a small town in Georgia with a population of 248. Residents earn $65,833 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
248 Population 218/sq mi density
$65,833 Median Income $27,790 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$65,833 median income, 5.3% unemployment
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,833
12% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population248
Median Age55.8 yrs
Density218/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 55%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,833
Per Capita$27,790
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$867M
Commute20 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Elevation267 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+82.8%
School Score7.33

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 49%
Commute20 min
Libraries1

Is Oconee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oconee receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Oconee has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oconee is $65,833, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Oconee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Oconee has a population of 248 with a density of 218 people per square mile. The median age is 55.8 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.2%), with 4% Hispanic, 38.7% Black.

Population

248
Total Population
218
People / sq mi
55.8yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Oconee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oconee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oconee is $65,833, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Oconee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,833
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,790
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$58,013

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)438
County GDP$867M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare42
Retail71
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,053
13% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,159
1 Bedroom$1,183
2 Bedrooms$1,331
3 Bedrooms$1,734
4 Bedrooms$1,831

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,053
13% below US avg
In Oconee, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 33.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes15.9%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure41.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD9.2%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity33.7%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death13,308/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access41.2%
Healthcare Facilities42

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Oconee has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation267 ft (81 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density218/sq mi
Coordinates32.8535°N, 82.9577°W
County FIPS13303
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.8%
D 48.9%

Winner: Republican by 1.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+82.8%
School Test Score7.33
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density218/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants26
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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