Trion, GA

Georgia

Trion is a small town in Georgia with a population of 2,215. Residents earn $42,969 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,215 Population 546/sq mi density
$42,969 Median Income $19,022 per capita
$106,200 Home Value $142,296 Zillow
$792 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
280 Violent Crime/100K 3,695 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$42,969 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,200 home value, $792/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
280 violent crimes/100K (26% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,969
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,200
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 280/100K
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $792
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.4%
105% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,215
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density546/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 62%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,969
Per Capita$19,022
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty25.4%
County GDP$736M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,200
Rent$792
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$142,296

Crime

F
Violent280/100K
Property3,695/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault168/100K
Burglary840/100K

Health

Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain57.0 in/yr
Elevation658 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+71.2%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 18%
Commute23 min
Libraries2

Is Trion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trion receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Trion has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trion is $42,969, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 25.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trion is $106,200, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $792 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Trion is below the national average at 280 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,695 per 100,000, 89% above the national average.

Education

20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Trion enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Trion has a population of 2,215 with a density of 546 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62%), with 7% Hispanic, 5.5% Black.

Population

2,215
Total Population
546
People / sq mi
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Trion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only60.9%
22% below US avg
Spanish39.1%
192% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Trion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trion is $42,969, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Trion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,969
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,022
Avg Weekly Wage$845
IRS Avg AGI$48,055

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.4%
105% above US avg
Establishments (County)388
County GDP$736M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare31
Retail70
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,497
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Work from Home0.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Trion is $106,200, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $792 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $142,296.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,200
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$142,296
Median List Price$169,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$169,900
$/Sq Ft$166
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.9%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$792
32% 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-Occupied58.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,497
29% below US avg
Effective Rate2.35%
In Trion, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 34.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma10.6%
COPD9.3%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity34.7%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress17.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.3%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death14,488/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access61.9%
Healthcare Facilities31
Trion has a violent crime rate of 280 per 100,000 residents, 26% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,695 per 100,000 (89% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent280.0/100K
26% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery112.0/100K
Assault168.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,695.4/100K
89% above US avg
Burglary839.9/100K
Theft2,855.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Trion has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.0 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall2.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation658 ft (201 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density546/sq mi
Coordinates34.5484°N, 85.3108°W
County FIPS13055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 17.7%

Winner: Republican by 64.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.8%
38% below US avg
High School+71.2%
School Test Score4.92
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density546/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants31
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Work from Home0.5%

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