Patterson, GA

Georgia

Patterson is a small town in Georgia with a population of 849. Residents earn $46,307 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
849 Population 322/sq mi density
$46,307 Median Income $26,573 per capita
$113,100 Home Value $198,936 Zillow
$873 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$46,307 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,100 home value, $873/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,307
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,100
60% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.3%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $873
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population849
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density322/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 69%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,307
Per Capita$26,573
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$659M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,100
Rent$873
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,936

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Elevation101 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.3%
High School+87.2%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 11%
Commute25 min
Libraries1

Is Patterson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Patterson receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Patterson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Patterson is $46,307, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Patterson is $113,100, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $873 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Patterson is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Patterson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Patterson has a population of 849 with a density of 322 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.6%), with 2.9% Hispanic, 23.8% Black.

Population

849
Total Population
322
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Patterson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Patterson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Patterson is $46,307, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Patterson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,307
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,573
Avg Weekly Wage$871
IRS Avg AGI$58,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)442
County GDP$659M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare28
Retail70
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,121
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Patterson is $113,100, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $873 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,936.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,100
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,936
Median List Price$214,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$214,500
$/Sq Ft$106
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$873
25% 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-Occupied70.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,121
11% below US avg
Effective Rate2.76%
In Patterson, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 33.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure37.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD9.8%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity33.9%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress17.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death13,350/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access66.1%
Healthcare Facilities28
Patterson has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Patterson has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation101 ft (31 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density322/sq mi
Coordinates31.3849°N, 82.1354°W
County FIPS13229
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.7%
D 11.2%

Winner: Republican by 77.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.3%
16% below US avg
High School+87.2%
School Test Score4.92
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density322/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants30
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Work from Home2.2%

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