Vidalia, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Toombs County County
Vidalia, GA
At a Glance
How Vidalia Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Vidalia's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Vidalia a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Vidalia residents earn a median household income of $53,393 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,143. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 773 business establishments, including 72 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Vidalia is $160,300 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $185,806. Median rent is $731/month, with 28.5% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Vidalia reports 718 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 89% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,700/100K.
Education
25.1% of adults in Vidalia hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below the national average). 88.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Vidalia has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches.