Toomsboro, GA

Georgia

Toomsboro is a small town in Georgia with a population of 511. Residents earn $61,719 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
511 Population 275/sq mi density
$61,719 Median Income $27,579 per capita
$67,400 Home Value $137,345 Zillow
$943 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$61,719 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,400 home value, $943/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,719
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,400
76% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $943
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population511
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density275/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 53%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,719
Per Capita$27,579
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty16.0%
County GDP$604M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,400
Rent$943
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$137,345

Crime

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

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Elevation245 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+84.1%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute26 min
Libraries2

Is Toomsboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Toomsboro 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 high obesity rates. Toomsboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Toomsboro is $61,719, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Toomsboro is $67,400, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $943 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

Toomsboro 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

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Toomsboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Toomsboro has a population of 511 with a density of 275 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.2%), with 44.6% Black.

Population

511
Total Population
275
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Toomsboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Toomsboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Toomsboro is $61,719, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Toomsboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,719
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,579
Avg Weekly Wage$1,120
IRS Avg AGI$48,636

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg
Establishments (County)174
County GDP$604M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare15
Retail22
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Toomsboro is $67,400, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $943 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $137,345.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,400
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$137,345

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$943
19% 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-Occupied69.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg
Effective Rate3.56%
In Toomsboro, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 31.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure39.5%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity31.6%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.0%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death15,270/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Healthcare Facilities15
Toomsboro 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: Toomsboro 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)4

Safety Score

Toomsboro has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.8 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation245 ft (75 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density275/sq mi
Coordinates32.8224°N, 83.0826°W
County FIPS13319
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.8%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 17.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+84.1%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density275/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants6
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Work from Home5.9%

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