Stapleton, GA

Georgia

Stapleton is a small town in Georgia with a population of 333. Residents earn $44,792 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
333 Population 191/sq mi density
$44,792 Median Income $30,839 per capita
$96,700 Home Value $157,536 Zillow
$742 Median Rent 27.0% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$44,792 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,700 home value, $742/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,792
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,700
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $742
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.9%
109% higher than US avg

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

People

Population333
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density191/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$44,792
Per Capita$30,839
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty25.9%
County GDP$41M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,700
Rent$742
Ownership64.0%
Zillow$157,536
Rent Burden27.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation444 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+87.8%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 92% / D 8%
Commute38 min
Broadband79.2%
Libraries1

Is Stapleton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stapleton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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, long commute times. Stapleton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stapleton is $44,792, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 25.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. 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 Stapleton is $96,700, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $742 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Stapleton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Stapleton has a population of 333 with a density of 191 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.2%), with 3.3% Hispanic, 9.6% Black.

Population

333
Total Population
191
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Stapleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Stapleton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stapleton is $44,792, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Stapleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,792
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,839
Avg Weekly Wage$716
IRS Avg AGI$54,450

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.9%
109% above US avg
Establishments (County)49
County GDP$41M

Business (County)

Healthcare3
Retail5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,175
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.6 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Stapleton is $96,700, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $742 (36% below US avg). 64.0% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $157,536.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,700
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$157,536

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$742
36% below US avg
Rent Burden27.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.0%
Owner-Occupied64.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,175
38% below US avg
Effective Rate2.25%
In Stapleton, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 33.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure39.4%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.8%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity33.1%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.2%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death11,756/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.2/10
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Stapleton has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation444 ft (135 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density191/sq mi
Coordinates33.2169°N, 82.4672°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS13125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 83.9-point margin. 79.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 91.9%
D 8%

Winner: Republican by 83.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+87.8%
School Test Score4.92
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density191/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Retail Stores5

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.6 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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