Sylvania, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Screven County County
Sylvania, GA
At a Glance
How Sylvania Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sylvania's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sylvania a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sylvania residents earn a median household income of $45,536 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,043. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 295 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sylvania is $113,800 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $152,725. Median rent is $587/month, with 27.7% 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 1970.
Safety & Crime
Sylvania reports 38 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 90% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 419/100K.
Education
16.5% of adults in Sylvania hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below the national average). 83.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 48.4 inches.