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Thomson, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · McDuffie County County
Thomson, GA
At a Glance
How Thomson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Thomson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Thomson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Thomson residents earn a median household income of $43,376 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,048. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8% (33% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 501 business establishments, including 46 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Thomson is $135,500 , 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $196,301. Median rent is $876/month, with 45.6% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Thomson reports 35 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 91% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,246/100K.
Education
11.4% of adults in Thomson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 79.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Thomson has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.