Omega, GA

Georgia

Omega is a small town in Georgia with a population of 1,058. Residents earn $52,847 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,058 Population 594/sq mi density
$52,847 Median Income $23,409 per capita
$73,300 Home Value $140,327 Zillow
$817 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$52,847 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,300 home value, $817/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,847
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,300
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.2%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $817
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.0%
150% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,058
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density594/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 49%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,847
Per Capita$23,409
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty31.0%
County GDP$2,776M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,300
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$140,327

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Elevation311 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.2%
High School+58.4%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%
Commute37 min
Libraries2

Is Omega a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Omega receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Omega offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Omega is $52,847, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 31.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Omega is $73,300, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 58.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Omega enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Omega has a population of 1,058 with a density of 594 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.6%), with 13.3% Black.

Population

1,058
Total Population
594
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Omega vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only45.5%
42% below US avg
Spanish54.5%
307% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Omega vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Omega is $52,847, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Omega vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,847
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,409
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$63,491

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate31.0%
150% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,212
County GDP$2,776M

Business (County)

Restaurants117
Healthcare122
Retail240
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,458
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.7 min
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Omega is $73,300, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $140,327.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,300
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$140,327

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$141
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% 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-Occupied67.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,458
1% below US avg
Effective Rate4.72%
In Omega, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 40.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes16.8%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure38.5%
Asthma10.1%
COPD8.5%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.9%
Physical Inactivity40.1%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress18.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.8%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death13,127/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access65.1%
Healthcare Facilities122

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Omega has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.3°F
23% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.0 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation311 ft (95 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density594/sq mi
Coordinates31.3390°N, 83.5937°W
County FIPS13277
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 3.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.7%
D 32%

Winner: Republican by 35.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.2%
91% below US avg
High School+58.4%
School Test Score4.92
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density594/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities122
Restaurants117
Retail Stores240

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.7 min
Work from Home1.3%

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