Surrency, GA

Georgia

Surrency is a small town in Georgia with a population of 223. Residents earn $31,141 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
223 Population 290/sq mi density
$31,141 Median Income $19,622 per capita
$73,600 Home Value $134,430 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$31,141 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,600 home value
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,141
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,600
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.4%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.0%
110% higher than US avg

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

People

Population223
Median Age34.5 yrs
Density290/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

C+
Median Income$31,141
Per Capita$19,622
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty26.0%
County GDP$2,181M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$134,430

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Elevation182 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+87.8%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 19%
Commute19 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries1

Is Surrency a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Surrency receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Surrency offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Surrency is $31,141, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 26.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Surrency is $73,600, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.8% 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

Surrency enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°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.

Surrency has a population of 223 with a density of 290 people per square mile. The median age is 34.5 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.7%), with 36.3% Black.

Population

223
Total Population
290
People / sq mi
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.7%
Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Surrency vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Surrency vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Surrency is $31,141, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Surrency vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,141
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,622
Avg Weekly Wage$1,188
IRS Avg AGI$55,132

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.0%
110% above US avg
Establishments (County)503
County GDP$2,181M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare42
Retail77
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,490
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Surrency is $73,600, 74% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $134,430.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,600
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$134,430

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-Occupied79.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,490
29% below US avg
Effective Rate3.38%
In Surrency, 44.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 34.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.4%
38% above US avg
Diabetes16.8%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure42.8%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.8%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.0%
Physical Inactivity34.9%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.2%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death14,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Exercise Access38.4%
Healthcare Facilities42

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Surrency has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 51°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

51°F Jan (11°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°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

Elevation182 ft (55 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density290/sq mi
Coordinates31.7219°N, 82.1978°W
County FIPS13001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.4-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 18.7%

Winner: Republican by 62.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+87.8%
School Test Score4.92
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density290/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants35
Retail Stores77

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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