Tignall, GA

Georgia

Tignall is a small town in Georgia with a population of 981. Residents earn $56,438 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
981 Population 357/sq mi density
$56,438 Median Income $24,254 per capita
$59,300 Home Value $178,755 Zillow
$925 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$56,438 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,300 home value, $925/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,438
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,300
79% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $925
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population981
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density357/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 31%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,438
Per Capita$24,254
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$501M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,300
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$178,755

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Elevation635 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+67.3%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute39 min
Libraries2

Is Tignall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tignall receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Tignall offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tignall is $56,438, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tignall is $59,300, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Tignall is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Tignall enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Tignall has a population of 981 with a density of 357 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (64.9%), with 30.7% White, 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

981
Total Population
357
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Tignall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tignall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tignall is $56,438, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Tignall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,438
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,254
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$54,350

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)243
County GDP$501M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare18
Retail39
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,153
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.3 min
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Tignall is $59,300, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,755.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,300
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$178,755

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$925
20% 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-Occupied45.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,153
10% below US avg
Effective Rate5.32%
In Tignall, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure39.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.1%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.4%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death13,808/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access64.4%
Healthcare Facilities18
Tignall has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Tignall has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation635 ft (194 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density357/sq mi
Coordinates33.8670°N, 82.7421°W
County FIPS13317
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.3%
D 41.4%

Winner: Republican by 16.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+67.3%
School Test Score4.92
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density357/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants13
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.3 min
Work from Home3.8%

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