Median Income
$31,950
57% lower than US avg
Home Value
$124,200
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
22.2%
79% higher than US avg
How St. George Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,935
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density679/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 46%
Economy
C+
Median Income$31,950
Per Capita$25,542
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty22.2%
County GDP$6,706M
Commute25 min
Housing
A
Home Value$124,200
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease7.0%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Elevation95 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+81.9%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3
Is St. George a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, St. George receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. St. George offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in St. George is $31,950, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. The poverty rate of 22.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in St. George is $124,200, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
St. George enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
St. George has a population of 1,935 with a density of 679 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (51.5%), with 45.5% White.
Population
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
St. George vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
St. George vs U.S. Average
The median household income in St. George is $31,950, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income: St. George vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $31,950 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,542 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,030 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,380 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 22.2% |
| 79% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,549 |
| County GDP | $6,706M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 263 |
| Healthcare | 301 |
| Retail | 351 |
| Manufacturing | 99 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,432 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.76% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.8 min |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |
The median home value in St. George is $124,200, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $124,200 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $349,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $349,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $82 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 87.5% |
| Price Drops | 30.0% |
| Inventory | 10 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $800 |
| 31% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,432 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.76% |
In St. George, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 33.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: St. George vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.3% |
| 29% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.2% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 9.3% |
| Stroke | 4.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.2% |
| Depression | 24.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 16.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,693/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 301 |
Crime Rates: St. George vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
Safety Score
St. George has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
47°F Jan (9°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 65.0°F |
| 20% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.7 inches |
| 15% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 679/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.1861°N, 80.5795°W |
| County FIPS | 45035 |