Georgia
Sandersville is a small city in Georgia with a population of 5,673. Residents earn $44,724 per year, which is 40% below the national average.
Based on current data, Sandersville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sandersville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Sandersville is $44,724, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Sandersville is $128,100, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $756 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 653 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 5,204 per 100,000, 166% above the national average.
21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Sandersville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 97.2% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.8% |
| 79% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $44,724 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,748 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $956 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,013 |
| Unemployment | 4.2% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.2% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 438 |
| County GDP | $867M |
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 42 |
| Retail | 71 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,053 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.38% |
| Commute Time | 15.4 min |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |
| Census Median | $128,100 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $149,630 |
| Census Median Rent | $756 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 50.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,053 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.38% |
| Obesity | 44.3% |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.7% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 4.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.9% |
| Depression | 20.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.8% |
| Premature Death | 13,308/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
| Total Violent | 652.7/100K |
| 72% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 68.7/100K |
| Robbery | 206.1/100K |
| Assault | 377.9/100K |
| Total Property | 5,204.4/100K |
| 166% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 669.9/100K |
| Theft | 4,379.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 154.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.6 inches |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 454 ft (138 m) |
| Area | 12.6 sq mi (32.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 451/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.9821°N, 82.8097°W |
| County FIPS | 13303 |
Winner: Republican by 1.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.3% |
| 37% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 451/sq mi |
| Total Area | 12.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Retail Stores | 71 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 15.4 min |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |