Thomasville, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Thomas County County
Thomasville, GA
At a Glance
How Thomasville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Thomasville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Thomasville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Thomasville residents earn a median household income of $48,464 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,316. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6% (56% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,737 business establishments, including 105 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Thomasville is $196,500 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $235,480. Median rent is $1,025/month, with 30.0% 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 1976.
Safety & Crime
Thomasville reports 661 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 74% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,316/100K.
Education
26.3% of adults in Thomasville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below the national average). 88.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Thomasville has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches.