Georgia
Thomasville is a small city in Georgia with a population of 18,720. Residents earn $48,464 per year, which is 36% below the national average.
Based on current data, Thomasville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Thomasville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Thomasville is $48,464, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Thomasville is $196,500, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,025 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 389 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,629 per 100,000, 238% above the national average.
26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Thomasville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 95.9% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,464 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,316 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,058 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,668 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.3% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,737 |
| County GDP | $3,166M |
| Restaurants | 105 |
| Healthcare | 162 |
| Retail | 238 |
| Manufacturing | 55 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,397 |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.24% |
| Commute Time | 16.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.9% |
| Census Median | $196,500 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $227,592 |
| Median List Price | $312,500 |
| Median List Price | $312,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $156 |
| Homes Sold | 17 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.7% |
| Price Drops | 24.4% |
| Inventory | 86 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,025 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,731 |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 45.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,397 |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.24% |
| Obesity | 39.9% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.8% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.2% |
| Depression | 19.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.6% |
| Premature Death | 12,173/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 162 |
| Total Violent | 389.3/100K |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Murder | 5.3/100K |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Rape | 42.7/100K |
| Robbery | 101.3/100K |
| Assault | 240.0/100K |
| Total Property | 6,628.6/100K |
| 238% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,594.5/100K |
| Theft | 4,794.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 240.0/100K |
| Arson | 21.3/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.6°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 272 ft (83 m) |
| Area | 15.0 sq mi (38.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,247/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.8394°N, 83.9788°W |
| County FIPS | 13275 |
Winner: Republican by 24.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.3% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,247/sq mi |
| Total Area | 15.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 6 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 162 |
| Restaurants | 105 |
| Retail Stores | 238 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 16.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.9% |