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Sale City, GA

Georgia

Sale City is a small town in Georgia with a population of 377. Residents earn $33,804 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
377 Population 206/sq mi density
$33,804 Median Income $18,516 per capita
$121,900 Home Value $167,513 Zillow
$697 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$33,804 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$121,900 home value, $697/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,804
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,900
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $697
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.0%
126% higher than US avg

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

People

Population377
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density206/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,804
Per Capita$18,516
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty28.0%
County GDP$1,044M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,900
Rent$697
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$167,513
Housing Units185
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity42.4%
Uninsured18.0%
Smoking20.4%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation371 ft (113 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+76.5%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute19 min
Broadband74.7%
Libraries3

Is Sale City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sale City receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Sale City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sale City is $33,804, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 28.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sale City is $121,900, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $697 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sale City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Sale City has a population of 377 with a density of 206 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.6%), with 16.4% Black.

Population

377
Total Population
206
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%
Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sale City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sale City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sale City is $33,804, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Sale City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,804
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,516
Avg Weekly Wage$874
IRS Avg AGI$46,114

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.0%
126% above US avg
Establishments (County)482
County GDP$1,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare32
Retail79
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,936
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sale City is $121,900, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $697 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $167,513.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,900
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$167,513

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$697
40% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied74.7%
Housing Units185
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,936
16% below US avg
Effective Rate2.41%
In Sale City, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 32.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sale City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure39.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD9.0%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity32.6%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress16.8%
Short Sleep43.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Uninsured18.0%
109% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits41.1%
Premature Death12,435/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access59.9%
Healthcare Facilities32
Sale City has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.6 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.6 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density206/sq mi
Coordinates31.2629°N, 84.0208°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS13205
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.3-point margin. 74.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58%
D 41.7%

Winner: Republican by 16.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+76.5%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density206/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants33
Retail Stores79

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

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