Summertown, GA

Georgia

Summertown is a small town in Georgia with a population of 220.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
220 Population 278/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $14,665 per capita
$73,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $73,300
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population220
Median Age17.3 yrs
Density278/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 53%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$14,665
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$996M
Commute51 min

Housing

Home Value$73,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Elevation253 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+56.1%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute51 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries1

Is Summertown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Summertown receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Summertown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Summertown is $73,300, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 56.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Summertown 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 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Summertown has a population of 220 with a density of 278 people per square mile. The median age is 17.3 years, 56% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.2%), with 38.6% Black.

Population

220
Total Population
278
People / sq mi
17.3yrs
Median Age
56% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.2%
Female 36.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Summertown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Summertown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Summertown is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes.

Income: Summertown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$14,665
Avg Weekly Wage$877
IRS Avg AGI$51,371

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)471
County GDP$996M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare38
Retail80
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,672
24% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time50.8 min
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Summertown is $73,300, 74% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,300
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied79.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,672
24% below US avg
Effective Rate3.65%
In Summertown, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 35.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes15.0%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure41.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.1%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity35.4%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death13,933/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access14.0%
Healthcare Facilities38

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Summertown 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 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.7 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density278/sq mi
Coordinates32.7452°N, 82.2769°W
County FIPS13107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.1-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.9%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 44.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+56.1%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density278/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants39
Retail Stores80

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute50.8 min
Work from Home1.8%

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