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Shady Dale, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Shady Dale is a small town in Georgia with a population of 347. Residents earn $81,250 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
347 Population 273/sq mi density
$81,250 Median Income $28,285 per capita
$104,200 Home Value $298,156 Zillow
$865 Median Rent 11.5% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$81,250 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,200 home value, $865/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,250
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $104,200
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $865
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population347
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density273/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 40%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$81,250
Per Capita$28,285
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$433M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,200
Rent$865
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$298,156
Housing Units131
Rent Burden11.5%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured21.7%
Smoking16.5%
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation626 ft (191 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+67.3%
Graduate+4.9%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 21%
Commute34 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries1

Is Shady Dale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shady Dale receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Shady Dale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shady Dale is $81,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shady Dale is $104,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $865 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Shady Dale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Shady Dale has a population of 347 with a density of 273 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (40.3%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 11.2% Black.

Population

347
Total Population
273
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.2%
Female 41.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Shady Dale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.5%
25% below US avg
Spanish41.5%
210% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Shady Dale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shady Dale is $81,250, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Shady Dale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,250
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,285
Avg Weekly Wage$776
IRS Avg AGI$69,154

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)270
County GDP$433M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare15
Retail31
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,293
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.3 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Shady Dale is $104,200, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $865 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $298,156.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,200
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$298,156

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$865
26% below US avg
Rent Burden11.5%

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-Occupied81.6%
Housing Units131
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,293
23% above US avg
Effective Rate4.12%
In Shady Dale, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 21.1% report depression. 32.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Shady Dale vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.9%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity32.3%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.1%
Uninsured21.7%
152% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits51.7%
Premature Death11,123/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access54.9%
Healthcare Facilities15
Shady Dale has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation626 ft (191 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density273/sq mi
Coordinates33.3985°N, 83.5894°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS13159
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.4-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 58.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+67.3%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density273/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants19
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.3 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

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