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Rutledge, GA
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Rutledge, GA
At a Glance
How Rutledge Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rutledge's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rutledge a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rutledge residents earn a median household income of $57,083 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,304. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 693 business establishments, including 58 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rutledge is $266,900 , 5% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $434,731. Median rent is $918/month, with 42.7% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Rutledge reports 626 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 65% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,598/100K.
Education
17.8% of adults in Rutledge hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 71.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rutledge has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.