Georgia · Metropolitan Area
Quitman is a small town in Georgia with a population of 4,046. Residents earn $21,287 per year, which is 72% below the national average.
Based on current data, Quitman receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Quitman has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Quitman is $21,287, 72% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 35.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Quitman is $125,500, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $629 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
With 1,489 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 6,390 per 100,000, 226% above the national average.
8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.7% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.2/10, below typical benchmarks.
Quitman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 97.8% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.2% |
| 84% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $21,287 |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,683 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $909 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,538 |
| Unemployment | 4.9% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 35.8% |
| 189% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 316 |
| County GDP | $645M |
| Restaurants | 14 |
| Healthcare | 23 |
| Retail | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,438 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.74% |
| Commute Time | 20.9 min |
| Work from Home | 4.5% |
| Census Median | $125,500 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $146,649 |
| Median List Price | $207,450 |
| Median List Price | $207,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $112 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 112.1% |
| Price Drops | 55.6% |
| Inventory | 9 |
| Census Median Rent | $629 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Studio | $765 |
| 1 Bedroom | $770 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $973 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,217 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,395 |
| Owner-Occupied | 50.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,438 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.74% |
| Obesity | 47.4% |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 20.9% |
| Heart Disease | 8.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 48.5% |
| Asthma | 12.9% |
| COPD | 11.7% |
| Stroke | 6.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 43.1% |
| Depression | 20.7% |
| Mental Distress | 23.2% |
| Physical Distress | 19.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.1% |
| Premature Death | 10,488/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 23 |
| Total Violent | 1,489.3/100K |
| 292% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 54.2/100K |
| Robbery | 189.6/100K |
| Assault | 1,245.6/100K |
| Total Property | 6,390.5/100K |
| 226% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,733.0/100K |
| Theft | 4,440.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 216.6/100K |
| Arson | 27.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.6°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 980/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.7845°N, 83.5605°W |
| County FIPS | 13027 |
Winner: Republican by 26.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.7% |
| 74% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.7% |
| School Test Score | 3.17 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 980/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.1 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 23 |
| Restaurants | 14 |
| Retail Stores | 40 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 20.9 min |
| Work from Home | 4.5% |