Plainville, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Plainville is a small town in Georgia with a population of 339. Residents earn $38,750 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
339 Population 471/sq mi density
$38,750 Median Income $21,488 per capita
$161,800 Home Value $217,814 Zillow
$921 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$38,750 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$161,800 home value, $921/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,750
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $161,800
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $921
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population339
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density471/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,750
Per Capita$21,488
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty16.3%
County GDP$5,687M
Commute19 min

Housing

A
Home Value$161,800
Rent$921
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$217,814
Housing Units110
Rent Burden21.3%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured16.3%
Smoking21.1%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.7 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation676 ft (206 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+88.8%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute19 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries2

Is Plainville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plainville is $38,750, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Plainville is $161,800, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $921 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Plainville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Plainville has a population of 339 with a density of 471 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.9%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

339
Total Population
471
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Plainville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Plainville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plainville is $38,750, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Plainville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,750
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,488
Avg Weekly Wage$957
IRS Avg AGI$69,651

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,448
County GDP$5,687M

Business (County)

Restaurants196
Healthcare356
Retail393
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,755
36% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone96.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Plainville is $161,800, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $921 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,814.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,800
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$217,814

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$203
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$921
21% below US avg
Rent Burden21.3%

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-Occupied63.6%
Housing Units110
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,755
36% above US avg
Effective Rate2.94%
In Plainville, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.3% of residents lack health insurance. 21.1% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 32.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure37.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD9.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.1%
51% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity32.7%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress17.3%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.1%
Uninsured16.3%
90% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.5%
Dental Visits54.0%
Premature Death11,716/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access75.6%
Healthcare Facilities356
Plainville has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.7 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.7 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation676 ft (206 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density471/sq mi
Coordinates34.4053°N, 85.0315°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS13115
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 28.8%

Winner: Republican by 42 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+88.8%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score4.92
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density471/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities356
Restaurants196
Retail Stores393

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone96.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.6%

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