Poulan, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Poulan is a small town in Georgia with a population of 707. Residents earn $65,357 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
707 Population 423/sq mi density
$65,357 Median Income $24,978 per capita
$80,000 Home Value $133,230 Zillow
$940 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
241 Violent Crime/100K 2,774 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$65,357 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $940/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
241 violent crimes/100K (37% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,357
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,000
72% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 241/100K
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $940
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population707
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density423/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,357
Per Capita$24,978
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$451M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$940
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$133,230

Crime

F
Violent241/100K
Property2,774/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault121/100K
Burglary1,086/100K

Health

Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI44 (Good)
Elevation386 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+86.1%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 25%
Commute26 min
Libraries1

Is Poulan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Poulan receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Poulan has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Poulan is $65,357, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Poulan is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $940 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Poulan is below the national average at 241 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,774 per 100,000, 42% above the national average.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Poulan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Poulan has a population of 707 with a density of 423 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.5%), with 14.6% Black.

Population

707
Total Population
423
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Poulan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Poulan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Poulan is $65,357, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Poulan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,357
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,978
Avg Weekly Wage$794
IRS Avg AGI$51,113

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)366
County GDP$451M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare18
Retail51
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,922
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Poulan is $80,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $940 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $133,230.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$133,230

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$940
19% 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-Occupied71.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,922
17% below US avg
Effective Rate3.65%
In Poulan, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 33.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure39.5%
Asthma11.5%
COPD9.5%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity33.8%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress17.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.1%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death12,753/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access37.6%
Healthcare Facilities18
Poulan has a violent crime rate of 241 per 100,000 residents, 37% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,774 per 100,000 (42% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent241.3/100K
37% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape120.6/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault120.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,774.4/100K
42% above US avg
Burglary1,085.7/100K
Theft1,688.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Poulan has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average65.6°F
21% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation386 ft (118 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density423/sq mi
Coordinates31.5145°N, 83.7898°W
County FIPS13321
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 24.7%

Winner: Republican by 50.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+86.1%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density423/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants19
Retail Stores51

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Work from Home6.0%

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