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Swainsboro, GA
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Swainsboro, GA
At a Glance
How Swainsboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Swainsboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Swainsboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Swainsboro residents earn a median household income of $45,621 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,370. The unemployment rate stands at 7.4% (106% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 31.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 471 business establishments, including 39 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Swainsboro is $104,800 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $125,736. Median rent is $788/month, with 26.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Swainsboro reports 511 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 34% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,017/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
13.4% of adults in Swainsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below the national average). 81.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Swainsboro has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.