Phillipsburg, GA

Georgia

Phillipsburg is a small town in Georgia with a population of 507. Residents earn $23,438 per year, which is 69% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
507 Population 1,635/sq mi density
$23,438 Median Income $13,087 per capita
$9,999 Home Value
$924 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$23,438 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$9,999 home value, $924/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,438
69% lower than US avg
Home Value $9,999
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $924
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.5%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 73.0%
489% higher than US avg

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

People

Population507
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density1,635/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

C
Median Income$23,438
Per Capita$13,087
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty73.0%
County GDP$2,776M

Housing

A+
Home Value$9,999
Rent$924
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity46.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.0%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Elevation314 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+63.8%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%
CommuteN/A
Libraries2

Is Phillipsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Phillipsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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, high obesity rates. Phillipsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Phillipsburg is $23,438, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 73.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Phillipsburg is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $924 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 63.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Phillipsburg 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.

Phillipsburg has a population of 507 with a density of 1,635 people per square mile. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (67.7%).

Population

507
Total Population
1,635
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Phillipsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Phillipsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Phillipsburg is $23,438, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 73.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Phillipsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,438
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,087
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$63,491

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate73.0%
489% 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 Rate34.58%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Phillipsburg is $9,999, 96% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $924 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,999
96% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$924
21% 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-Occupied43.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,458
1% below US avg
Effective Rate34.58%
In Phillipsburg, 46.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.0% report depression. 36.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.5%
45% above US avg
Diabetes18.7%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure47.0%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.3%
Stroke5.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity36.7%
Depression17.0%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.6%
Checkup Rate81.9%
Premature Death13,127/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Phillipsburg 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

Elevation314 ft (96 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,635/sq mi
Coordinates31.4389°N, 83.5203°W
County FIPS13277
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+63.8%
School Test Score4.92
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,635/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities122
Restaurants117
Retail Stores240

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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