Uvalda, GA

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.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
494 Population 261/sq mi density
$62,411 Median Income $50,564 per capita
$103,600 Home Value $119,255 Zillow
$675 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$62,411 median income, 6.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,600 home value, $675/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,411
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,600
63% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population494
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density261/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 59%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,411
Per Capita$50,564
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$214M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,600
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$119,255

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property168/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Elevation167 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+87.5%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute31 min
Libraries1

Is Uvalda a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Uvalda has a population of 494 with a density of 261 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.5%), with 22.7% Black.

Population

494
Total Population
261
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%
Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Uvalda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.6%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.4%
15% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Uvalda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Uvalda is $62,411, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Uvalda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,411
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,564
Avg Weekly Wage$768
IRS Avg AGI$54,849

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)147
County GDP$214M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare8
Retail20
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,162
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Uvalda is $103,600, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $119,255.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,600
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$119,255

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% 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-Occupied79.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,162
10% below US avg
Effective Rate3.05%
In Uvalda, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.3%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death13,468/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Healthcare Facilities8
Uvalda has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 168 per 100,000 (91% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Uvalda 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 Property167.8/100K
91% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft167.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Uvalda has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density261/sq mi
Coordinates32.0381°N, 82.5075°W
County FIPS13209
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.3%
D 23.3%

Winner: Republican by 53 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.1%
31% below US avg
High School+87.5%
School Test Score4.92
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density261/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants6
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Work from Home4.4%

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