Sylvester, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Worth County County
Sylvester, GA
At a Glance
How Sylvester Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sylvester's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sylvester a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sylvester residents earn a median household income of $59,808 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,911. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1% (69% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 366 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sylvester is $125,000 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $173,442. Median rent is $901/month, with 29.8% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Sylvester reports 205 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 46% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,301/100K.
Education
16.5% of adults in Sylvester hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below the national average). 85.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sylvester has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches.