Oglethorpe, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Macon County County
Oglethorpe, GA
At a Glance
How Oglethorpe Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Oglethorpe's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Oglethorpe a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Oglethorpe residents earn a median household income of $25,071 , which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,219. The unemployment rate stands at 13.5% (275% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 236 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Oglethorpe is $61,100 , 78% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $86,704. Median rent is $646/month, with 36.3% 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 1973.
Safety & Crime
Oglethorpe reports 638 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 68% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 319/100K.
Education
8.4% of adults in Oglethorpe hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 80.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Oglethorpe has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches.