Georgia
Vidalia is a small city in Georgia with a population of 10,762. Residents earn $53,393 per year, which is 29% below the national average.
Based on current data, Vidalia receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Vidalia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Vidalia is $53,393, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 19.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Vidalia is $160,300, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $731 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 774 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,807 per 100,000, 247% above the national average.
25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Vidalia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 93.4% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.6% |
| 51% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $53,393 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,143 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $885 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,284 |
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.5% |
| 57% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 773 |
| County GDP | $1,517M |
| Restaurants | 72 |
| Healthcare | 114 |
| Retail | 150 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,163 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.97% |
| Commute Time | 22.4 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |
| Census Median | $160,300 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $182,307 |
| Median List Price | $249,900 |
| Median List Price | $249,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $138 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 92.2% |
| Price Drops | 46.2% |
| Inventory | 13 |
| Census Median Rent | $731 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,300 |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,163 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.97% |
| Obesity | 41.3% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.8% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.6% |
| Depression | 20.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.5% |
| Premature Death | 13,738/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 46.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 114 |
| Total Violent | 774.0/100K |
| 104% above US avg | |
| Murder | 18.7/100K |
| 196% above US avg | |
| Rape | 28.0/100K |
| Robbery | 251.8/100K |
| Assault | 475.6/100K |
| Total Property | 6,807.2/100K |
| 247% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,389.4/100K |
| Theft | 5,221.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 195.8/100K |
| Arson | 9.3/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.8°F |
| 24% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.2 inches |
| 24% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 296 ft (90 m) |
| Area | 17.9 sq mi (46.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 602/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.2121°N, 82.4022°W |
| County FIPS | 13279 |
Winner: Republican by 50.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.1% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 602/sq mi |
| Total Area | 17.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 114 |
| Restaurants | 72 |
| Retail Stores | 150 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 22.4 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |