Sylvania, GA

Georgia

Sylvania is a small town in Georgia with a population of 2,621. Residents earn $45,536 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,621 Population 519/sq mi density
$45,536 Median Income $26,043 per capita
$113,800 Home Value $137,406 Zillow
$587 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
504 Violent Crime/100K 3,958 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$45,536 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,800 home value, $587/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
504 violent crimes/100K (33% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,536
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,800
60% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 504/100K
33% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $587
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,621
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density519/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 39%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,536
Per Capita$26,043
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$427M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,800
Rent$587
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$137,406

Crime

F
Violent504/100K
Property3,958/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault427/100K
Burglary582/100K

Health

Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Elevation224 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+83.0%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 37%
Commute33 min
Libraries1

Is Sylvania a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sylvania is $45,536, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sylvania is $113,800, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $587 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 504 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,958 per 100,000, 102% above the national average.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sylvania enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Sylvania has a population of 2,621 with a density of 519 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (56.5%), with 38.8% White.

Population

2,621
Total Population
519
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sylvania vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sylvania vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sylvania is $45,536, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Sylvania vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,536
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,043
Avg Weekly Wage$842
IRS Avg AGI$53,995

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)295
County GDP$427M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare16
Retail48
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,004
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.2 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Sylvania is $113,800, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $587 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $137,406.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,800
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$137,406

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$587
50% below 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-Occupied62.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,004
14% below US avg
Effective Rate2.64%
In Sylvania, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes14.3%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure40.0%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.7%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Checkup Rate78.5%
Premature Death15,035/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access44.3%
Healthcare Facilities16
Sylvania has a violent crime rate of 504 per 100,000 residents, 33% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,958 per 100,000 (102% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent504.5/100K
33% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery77.6/100K
Assault426.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,958.1/100K
102% above US avg
Burglary582.1/100K
Theft3,220.8/100K
Vehicle Theft155.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Sylvania has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation224 ft (68 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.1 km²)
Population Density519/sq mi
Coordinates32.7472°N, 81.6407°W
County FIPS13251
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 25.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+83.0%
School Test Score4.92
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density519/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants17
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.2 min
Work from Home4.3%

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