Social Circle, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Social Circle is a small city in Georgia with a population of 5,113. Residents earn $82,188 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
5,113 Population 349/sq mi density
$82,188 Median Income $30,763 per capita
$244,400 Home Value $358,105 Zillow
$1,130 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
626 Violent Crime/100K 2,598 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$82,188 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$244,400 home value, $1,130/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
626 violent crimes/100K (65% above avg)
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,188
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $244,400
13% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 626/100K
65% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,130
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,113
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density349/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

A
Median Income$82,188
Per Capita$30,763
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$4,338M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$244,400
Rent$1,130
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$358,105

Crime

F
Violent626/100K
Property2,598/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault580/100K
Burglary881/100K

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Elevation824 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+92.9%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute38 min
EV Stations2
Libraries4

Is Social Circle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Social Circle receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Social Circle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Social Circle is $82,188, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Social Circle is $244,400, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,130 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 626 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 2,598 per 100,000, 33% above the national average.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Social Circle 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. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Social Circle has a population of 5,113 with a density of 349 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.3%), with 35% Black.

Population

5,113
Total Population
349
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
14.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Social Circle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Social Circle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Social Circle is $82,188, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Social Circle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,188
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,763
Avg Weekly Wage$1,043
IRS Avg AGI$73,805

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,366
County GDP$4,338M

Business (County)

Restaurants136
Healthcare170
Retail241
Manufacturing49

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,731
35% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.0 min
Work from Home19.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Social Circle is $244,400, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,130 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $358,105.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$244,400
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$358,105
Median List Price$365,220

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$365,220
$/Sq Ft$157
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio99.4%
Price Drops22.0%
Inventory41

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,130
3% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,720

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-Occupied78.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,731
35% above US avg
Effective Rate1.94%
In Social Circle, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Social Circle vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.0%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death9,791/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access78.1%
Healthcare Facilities170
Social Circle has a violent crime rate of 626 per 100,000 residents, 65% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,598 per 100,000 (33% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent626.3/100K
65% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery46.4/100K
Assault579.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,598.0/100K
33% above US avg
Burglary881.5/100K
Theft1,647.0/100K
Vehicle Theft69.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Social Circle 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 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.5 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation824 ft (251 m)
Area14.7 sq mi (38.0 km²)
Population Density349/sq mi
Coordinates33.6461°N, 83.7128°W
County FIPS13297
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 26.7%

Winner: Republican by 45.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+92.9%
School Test Score4.92
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density349/sq mi
Total Area14.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants136
Retail Stores241

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.0 min
Work from Home19.6%

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