Statham, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Statham is a small town in Georgia with a population of 2,902. Residents earn $67,444 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,902 Population 722/sq mi density
$67,444 Median Income $29,031 per capita
$227,200 Home Value $381,104 Zillow
$1,255 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
78 Violent Crime/100K 3,228 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$67,444 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$227,200 home value, $1,255/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
78 violent crimes/100K (80% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,444
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $227,200
19% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 78/100K
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.9%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,255
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,902
Median Age33.6 yrs
Density722/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,444
Per Capita$29,031
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$3,796M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$227,200
Rent$1,255
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$381,104

Crime

F
Violent78/100K
Property3,228/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault78/100K
Burglary739/100K

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation901 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.9%
High School+89.8%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute28 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Statham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Statham receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Statham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Statham is $67,444, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Statham is $227,200, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,255 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Statham is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 78 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,228 per 100,000, 65% above the national average.

Education

24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Statham enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Statham has a population of 2,902 with a density of 722 people per square mile. The median age is 33.6 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.2%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 17.1% Black.

Population

2,902
Total Population
722
People / sq mi
33.6yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Statham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.1%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.9%
41% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Statham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Statham is $67,444, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Statham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,444
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,031
Avg Weekly Wage$1,026
IRS Avg AGI$65,425

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,735
County GDP$3,796M

Business (County)

Restaurants117
Healthcare109
Retail217
Manufacturing70

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,146
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Statham is $227,200, 19% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,255 (8% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $381,104.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$227,200
19% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$381,104
Median List Price$316,990

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$316,990
$/Sq Ft$188
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio99.1%
Price Drops21.7%
Inventory23

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,255
8% above US avg

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-Occupied80.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,146
18% above US avg
Effective Rate1.82%
In Statham, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death9,299/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access67.3%
Healthcare Facilities109
Statham has a violent crime rate of 78 per 100,000 residents, 80% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,228 per 100,000 (65% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent77.8/100K
80% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault77.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,228.3/100K
65% above US avg
Burglary739.0/100K
Theft2,061.5/100K
Vehicle Theft427.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Statham has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation901 ft (275 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density722/sq mi
Coordinates33.9628°N, 83.6038°W
County FIPS13013
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 40.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.9%
26% below US avg
High School+89.8%
School Test Score4.92
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density722/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities109
Restaurants117
Retail Stores217

Safety & Disasters

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

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Work from Home3.0%

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