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Taylorsville, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Taylorsville is a small town in Georgia with a population of 392. Residents earn $44,375 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
392 Population 263/sq mi density
$44,375 Median Income $25,866 per capita
$221,000 Home Value $369,798 Zillow
$1,109 Median Rent 19.7% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$44,375 median income, 2.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$221,000 home value, $1,109/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,375
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $221,000
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,109
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.1%
22% higher than US avg

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

People

Population392
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density263/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,375
Per Capita$25,866
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$8,646M
Commute31 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$221,000
Rent$1,109
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$369,798
Housing Units186
Rent Burden19.7%

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured13.5%
Smoking17.8%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation716 ft (218 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+82.1%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute31 min
Broadband63.6%
Libraries3

Is Taylorsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taylorsville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Taylorsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Taylorsville is $44,375, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Taylorsville is $221,000, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,109 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Taylorsville 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. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Taylorsville has a population of 392 with a density of 263 people per square mile. The median age is 51.9 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%).

Population

392
Total Population
263
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.1%
Female 58.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Taylorsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Taylorsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taylorsville is $44,375, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Taylorsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,375
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,866
Avg Weekly Wage$1,109
IRS Avg AGI$68,741

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.1%
22% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,982
County GDP$8,646M

Business (County)

Restaurants217
Healthcare227
Retail344
Manufacturing136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,141
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone65.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Taylorsville is $221,000, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,109 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $369,798.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,000
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$369,798

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,109
5% below US avg
Rent Burden19.7%

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-Occupied69.5%
Housing Units186
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,141
18% above US avg
Effective Rate1.87%
In Taylorsville, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.8%
27% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.6%
Uninsured13.5%
57% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits55.7%
Premature Death10,527/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access56.4%
Healthcare Facilities227
Taylorsville 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 48.1 inches. The area enjoys 310 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.8°F
13% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation716 ft (218 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density263/sq mi
Coordinates34.0851°N, 84.9856°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS13015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51-point margin. 63.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 51 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+82.1%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score4.92
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density263/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities227
Restaurants217
Retail Stores344

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone65.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.5%

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