Pelham, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Mitchell County County
Pelham, GA
At a Glance
How Pelham Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pelham's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pelham a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pelham residents earn a median household income of $38,838 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,502. The unemployment rate stands at 12.6% (250% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 28.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 482 business establishments, including 33 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pelham is $95,800 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $149,179. Median rent is $737/month, with 25.3% 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 1971.
Safety & Crime
Pelham reports 586 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 54% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,754/100K.
Education
5.9% of adults in Pelham hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below the national average). 78.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pelham has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches.