Valdosta, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Lowndes County County
Valdosta, GA
At a Glance
How Valdosta Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Valdosta's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Valdosta a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Valdosta residents earn a median household income of $45,849 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,206. The unemployment rate stands at 6.7% (86% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,318 business establishments, including 286 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Valdosta is $165,300 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $214,117. Median rent is $1,000/month, with 32.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1983.
Safety & Crime
Valdosta reports 556 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 46% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,095/100K. The murder rate is 7.3/100K.
Education
28.1% of adults in Valdosta hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below the national average). 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Valdosta has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.