Georgia · Metropolitan Area
Powder Springs is a small city in Georgia with a population of 17,414. Residents earn $96,961 per year, which is 29% above the national average.
Based on current data, Powder Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, long commute times. Powder Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Powder Springs is $96,961, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Powder Springs is $283,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,778 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 971 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,372 per 100,000, 123% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 39.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Powder Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 81.0% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 19.0% |
| 42% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $96,961 |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,254 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,491 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $103,645 |
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.9% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 28,427 |
| County GDP | $81,869M |
| Restaurants | 1,764 |
| Healthcare | 2,444 |
| Retail | 2,326 |
| Manufacturing | 470 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,260 |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.85% |
| Commute Time | 35.1 min |
| Work from Home | 15.9% |
| Census Median | $283,700 |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $361,656 |
| Median List Price | $355,000 |
| Median List Price | $355,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $173 |
| Homes Sold | 27 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.7% |
| Price Drops | 20.3% |
| Inventory | 118 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,778 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,093 |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 83.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,260 |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.85% |
| Obesity | 33.7% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.8% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.8% |
| Depression | 17.7% |
| Mental Distress | 16.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.5% |
| Premature Death | 6,458/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,444 |
| Total Violent | 970.8/100K |
| 155% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 6.9/100K |
| Robbery | 144.6/100K |
| Assault | 819.3/100K |
| Total Property | 4,372.1/100K |
| 123% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,129.2/100K |
| Theft | 3,050.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 192.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 67 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.1°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 56.2 inches |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 954 ft (291 m) |
| Area | 8.0 sq mi (20.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,188/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8642°N, 84.6820°W |
| County FIPS | 13067 |
Winner: Democrat by 14.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 39.8% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,188/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 16 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,444 |
| Restaurants | 1,764 |
| Retail Stores | 2,326 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 67 |
| Avg Commute | 35.1 min |
| Work from Home | 15.9% |