Median Income
$54,519
27% lower than US avg
Home Value
$96,400
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$879
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.9%
44% lower than US avg
How Odum Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population384
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density189/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans6.9%
Economy
A
Median Income$54,519
Per Capita$33,279
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$2,181M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$96,400
Rent$879
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$243,632
Rent Burden16.9%
Health
Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp67°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Elevation149 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+82.8%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 81% / D 19%
Commute21 min
Broadband84.1%
Libraries1
Is Odum a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Odum receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Odum offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Odum is $54,519, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Odum is $96,400, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $879 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.
Education
12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Odum enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Odum has a population of 384 with a density of 189 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 5.5% Black.
Population
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.4% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.6% |
| 81% below US avg |
The median household income in Odum is $54,519, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,519 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,279 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,188 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,132 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 503 |
| County GDP | $2,181M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Healthcare | 42 |
| Retail | 77 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,490 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.58% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.1% |
The median home value in Odum is $96,400, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $879 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,632.
Home Values
| Census Median | $96,400 |
| 66% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $243,632 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $879 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 16.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,490 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.58% |
In Odum, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Odum vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.4% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.7% |
| Depression | 23.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.4% |
| Premature Death | 14,664/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
Crime Rates: Odum vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Odum has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
51°F Jan (11°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 66.5°F |
| 23% above US avg |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.7 inches |
| 20% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 149 ft (45 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 189/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.6719°N, 82.0242°W |
| County FIPS | 13001 |