Quitman, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Brooks County County
Quitman, GA
At a Glance
How Quitman Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Quitman's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Quitman a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Quitman residents earn a median household income of $21,287 , which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,683. The unemployment rate stands at 10.3% (186% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 35.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 316 business establishments, including 14 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Quitman is $125,500 , 55% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $156,192. Median rent is $629/month, with 38.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Quitman reports 199 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 48% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,151/100K.
Education
8.7% of adults in Quitman hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below the national average). 81.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Quitman has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches.