Pembroke, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Pembroke is a small town in Georgia with a population of 2,628. Residents earn $66,797 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,628 Population 344/sq mi density
$66,797 Median Income $27,582 per capita
$169,800 Home Value $274,437 Zillow
$990 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
42 Violent Crime/100K 2,019 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$66,797 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$169,800 home value, $990/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
42 violent crimes/100K (89% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,797
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,800
40% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 42/100K
89% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $990
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,628
Median Age27.4 yrs
Density344/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,797
Per Capita$27,582
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$3,405M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,800
Rent$990
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$274,437

Crime

F
Violent42/100K
Property2,019/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault42/100K
Burglary799/100K

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Elevation91 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+88.0%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%
Commute32 min
Libraries2

Is Pembroke a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pembroke receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Pembroke offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pembroke is $66,797, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pembroke is $169,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $990 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Pembroke is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 42 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,019 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Pembroke enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Pembroke has a population of 2,628 with a density of 344 people per square mile. The median age is 27.4 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.7%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 23.7% Black.

Population

2,628
Total Population
344
People / sq mi
27.4yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
7.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.2%
Female 56.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pembroke vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pembroke vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pembroke is $66,797, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Pembroke vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,797
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,582
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$92,273

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,085
County GDP$3,405M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare85
Retail113
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,604
32% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Work from Home0.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Pembroke is $169,800, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $990 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $274,437.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,800
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$274,437
Median List Price$377,840

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$377,840
$/Sq Ft$232
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops21.4%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$990
15% 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-Occupied43.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,604
32% above US avg
Effective Rate2.71%
In Pembroke, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.5%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death9,532/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access61.3%
Healthcare Facilities85
Pembroke has a violent crime rate of 42 per 100,000 residents, 89% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,019 per 100,000 (3% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent42.1/100K
89% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault42.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,019.4/100K
3% above US avg
Burglary799.3/100K
Theft1,220.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Pembroke has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.3°F
23% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.0 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation91 ft (28 m)
Area7.6 sq mi (19.8 km²)
Population Density344/sq mi
Coordinates32.1445°N, 81.6169°W
County FIPS13029
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.9%
D 31.6%

Winner: Republican by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+88.0%
School Test Score4.92
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density344/sq mi
Total Area7.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities85
Restaurants88
Retail Stores113

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Work from Home0.3%

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