Tennille, GA

Georgia

Tennille is a small town in Georgia with a population of 1,605. Residents earn $26,042 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,605 Population 922/sq mi density
$26,042 Median Income $20,067 per capita
$88,100 Home Value $133,650 Zillow
$826 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
432 Violent Crime/100K 3,644 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$26,042 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$88,100 home value, $826/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
432 violent crimes/100K (14% above avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,042
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,100
69% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 432/100K
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $826
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.1%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.8%
116% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,605
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density922/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 19%

Economy

C
Median Income$26,042
Per Capita$20,067
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty26.8%
County GDP$867M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,100
Rent$826
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$133,650

Crime

F
Violent432/100K
Property3,644/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault309/100K
Burglary1,174/100K

Health

Obesity46.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Elevation459 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+86.5%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 49%
Commute24 min
Libraries1

Is Tennille a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tennille receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Tennille has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tennille is $26,042, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 26.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tennille is $88,100, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $826 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 432 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,644 per 100,000, 86% above the national average.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Tennille enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Tennille has a population of 1,605 with a density of 922 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (77.8%), with 19.4% White, 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

1,605
Total Population
922
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.1%
Female 58.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Tennille vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tennille vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tennille is $26,042, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Tennille vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,042
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,067
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$58,013

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.8%
116% above US avg
Establishments (County)438
County GDP$867M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare42
Retail71
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,053
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Tennille is $88,100, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $826 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $133,650.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,100
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$133,650

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$826
29% 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-Occupied44.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,053
13% below US avg
Effective Rate3.47%
In Tennille, 46.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 36.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.1%
44% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure45.1%
Asthma12.3%
COPD8.9%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.1%
Physical Inactivity36.6%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.7%
Checkup Rate80.4%
Premature Death13,308/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access41.2%
Healthcare Facilities42
Tennille has a violent crime rate of 432 per 100,000 residents, 14% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,644 per 100,000 (86% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent432.4/100K
14% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery123.5/100K
Assault308.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,644.2/100K
86% above US avg
Burglary1,173.6/100K
Theft2,347.1/100K
Vehicle Theft123.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Tennille has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density922/sq mi
Coordinates32.9366°N, 82.8132°W
County FIPS13303
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.8%
D 48.9%

Winner: Republican by 1.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+86.5%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density922/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants26
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Work from Home8.4%

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