Georgia
Uvalda is a small town in Georgia with a population of 494. Residents earn $62,411 per year, which is 17% below the national average.
Based on current data, Uvalda receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Uvalda offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Uvalda is $62,411, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in Uvalda is $103,600, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Uvalda 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 168 per 100,000, 91% below the national average.
23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Uvalda enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 84.6% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 15.4% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $62,411 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $50,564 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $768 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,849 |
| Unemployment | 6.1% |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.7% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 147 |
| County GDP | $214M |
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,162 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.05% |
| Commute Time | 30.6 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |
| Census Median | $103,600 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $119,255 |
| Census Median Rent | $675 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 79.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,162 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.05% |
| Obesity | 40.4% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.7% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.4% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 13,468/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 167.8/100K |
| 91% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 167.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.1°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.9 inches |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 261/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.0381°N, 82.5075°W |
| County FIPS | 13209 |
Winner: Republican by 53 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.1% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 261/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Retail Stores | 20 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 30.6 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |