Screven, GA

Georgia

Screven is a small town in Georgia with a population of 652. Residents earn $33,750 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
652 Population 302/sq mi density
$33,750 Median Income $21,409 per capita
$115,800 Home Value $206,825 Zillow
$787 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
130 Violent Crime/100K 2,461 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$33,750 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$115,800 home value, $787/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
130 violent crimes/100K (66% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,750
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,800
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 130/100K
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $787
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.9%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.7%
164% higher than US avg

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

People

Population652
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density302/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,750
Per Capita$21,409
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty32.7%
County GDP$659M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,800
Rent$787
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$206,825

Crime

F
Violent130/100K
Property2,461/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault130/100K
Burglary389/100K

Health

Obesity44.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Elevation124 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+89.1%
School Score4.35

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 11%
Commute34 min
Libraries1

Is Screven a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Screven receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Screven has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Screven is $33,750, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 32.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Screven is $115,800, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $787 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Screven is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 130 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,461 per 100,000, 26% above the national average.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Screven enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Screven has a population of 652 with a density of 302 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.5%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 22.4% Black.

Population

652
Total Population
302
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Screven vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Screven vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Screven is $33,750, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Screven vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,750
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,409
Avg Weekly Wage$871
IRS Avg AGI$58,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate32.7%
164% above US avg
Establishments (County)442
County GDP$659M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare28
Retail70
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,121
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.0 min
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Screven is $115,800, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $787 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $206,825.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,800
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$206,825

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$787
32% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$737
1 Bedroom$742
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,222
4 Bedrooms$1,395

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied43.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,121
11% below US avg
Effective Rate2.70%
In Screven, 44.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 34.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Screven vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.9%
40% above US avg
Diabetes15.4%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure41.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD9.2%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity34.3%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.3%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death13,350/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access66.1%
Healthcare Facilities28
Screven has a violent crime rate of 130 per 100,000 residents, 66% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,461 per 100,000 (26% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Screven vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent129.5/100K
66% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault129.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,461.1/100K
26% above US avg
Burglary388.6/100K
Theft1,813.5/100K
Vehicle Theft259.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Screven has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation124 ft (38 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density302/sq mi
Coordinates31.4842°N, 82.0169°W
County FIPS13229
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.7%
D 11.2%

Winner: Republican by 77.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+89.1%
School Test Score4.35
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density302/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants30
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.0 min
Work from Home1.1%

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