Talmo, GA

Georgia

Talmo is a small town in Georgia with a population of 361. Residents earn $81,429 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
361 Population 118/sq mi density
$81,429 Median Income $41,188 per capita
$260,000 Home Value $333,909 Zillow
$975 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$81,429 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$260,000 home value, $975/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,429
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $260,000
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $975
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population361
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density118/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,429
Per Capita$41,188
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$6,518M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$260,000
Rent$975
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$333,909
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity31.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain52.4 in/yr
Elevation888 ft (271 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+80.3%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Broadband88.6%
Libraries6

Is Talmo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Talmo receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Talmo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Talmo is $81,429, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Talmo is $260,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $975 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Talmo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Talmo has a population of 361 with a density of 118 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.8%).

Population

361
Total Population
118
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Talmo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Talmo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Talmo is $81,429, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Talmo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,429
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,188
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$77,495

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,142
County GDP$6,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare116
Retail262
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,380
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Talmo is $260,000, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $975 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $333,909.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,000
8% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$333,909

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$975
16% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

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-Occupied59.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,380
25% above US avg
Effective Rate1.68%
In Talmo, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.4%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death9,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access45.1%
Healthcare Facilities116
Talmo has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.4 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation888 ft (271 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density118/sq mi
Coordinates34.1794°N, 83.7174°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS13157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.1-point margin. 88.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.3%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 55.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.5%
48% below US avg
High School+80.3%
School Test Score4.92
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density118/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.6%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities116
Restaurants100
Retail Stores262

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.9%

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