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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 97.3% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.7% |
| 80% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $82,188 |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,763 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,043 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,805 |
| Unemployment | 6.4% |
| 78% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.2% |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,366 |
| County GDP | $4,338M |
| Restaurants | 136 |
| Healthcare | 170 |
| Retail | 241 |
| Manufacturing | 49 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,731 |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.94% |
| Commute Time | 38.0 min |
| Work from Home | 19.6% |
| Census Median | $244,400 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $358,105 |
| Median List Price | $365,220 |
| Median List Price | $365,220 |
| $/Sq Ft | $157 |
| Homes Sold | 8 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.4% |
| Price Drops | 22.0% |
| Inventory | 41 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,130 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,720 |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 78.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,731 |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.94% |
| Obesity | 38.4% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.0% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.8% |
| Depression | 20.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,791/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 170 |
| Total Violent | 626.3/100K |
| 65% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 46.4/100K |
| Assault | 579.9/100K |
| Total Property | 2,598.0/100K |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 881.5/100K |
| Theft | 1,647.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 69.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.5 inches |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 824 ft (251 m) |
| Area | 14.7 sq mi (38.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 349/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6461°N, 83.7128°W |
| County FIPS | 13297 |
Winner: Republican by 45.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.4% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 349/sq mi |
| Total Area | 14.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 170 |
| Restaurants | 136 |
| Retail Stores | 241 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Avg Commute | 38.0 min |
| Work from Home | 19.6% |