Tiger, GA

Georgia

Tiger is a small town in Georgia with a population of 384. Residents earn $52,188 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
384 Population 463/sq mi density
$52,188 Median Income $29,595 per capita
$226,400 Home Value $393,718 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$52,188 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$226,400 home value, $3,501/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,188
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $226,400
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population384
Median Age63.8 yrs
Density463/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$52,188
Per Capita$29,595
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$852M
Commute15 min

Housing

A
Home Value$226,400
Rent$3,501
Ownership59.5%
Zillow$393,718
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain71.7 in/yr
Elevation1,964 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+78.4%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute15 min
Broadband54.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Tiger a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tiger receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Tiger offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tiger is $52,188, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tiger is $226,400, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Tiger enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 71.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Tiger has a population of 384 with a density of 463 people per square mile. The median age is 63.8 years, 64% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 2.9% Black.

Population

384
Total Population
463
People / sq mi
63.8yrs
Median Age
64% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 33.9%
Female 66.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Tiger vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tiger vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tiger is $52,188, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Tiger vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,188
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,595
Avg Weekly Wage$801
IRS Avg AGI$74,094

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)622
County GDP$852M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare40
Retail85
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,342
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.1 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Tiger is $226,400, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). 59.5% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $393,718.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$226,400
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$393,718

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Homeownership59.5%
Owner-Occupied59.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,342
53% above US avg
Effective Rate2.36%
In Tiger, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.9%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death11,891/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Tiger has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 71.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall71.7 inches
89% above US avg
Snowfall2.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,964 ft (599 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density463/sq mi
Coordinates34.8461°N, 83.4326°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS13241
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.9-point margin. 54.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.2%
D 21.3%

Winner: Republican by 56.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+78.4%
School Test Score4.92
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density463/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.9%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants79
Retail Stores85

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.1 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

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