Vienna, GA

Georgia

Vienna is a small town in Georgia with a population of 2,879. Residents earn $56,351 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,879 Population 519/sq mi density
$56,351 Median Income $20,369 per capita
$97,300 Home Value $94,985 Zillow
$787 Median Rent 18.1% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature
209 Violent Crime/100K 2,592 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$56,351 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,300 home value, $787/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
209 violent crimes/100K (45% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,351
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,300
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 209/100K
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $787
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.0%
134% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,879
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density519/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 11%

Economy

C
Median Income$56,351
Per Capita$20,369
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty29.0%
County GDP$413M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,300
Rent$787
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$94,985
Rent Burden18.1%

Crime

F
Violent209/100K
Property2,592/100K
Murder26.2/100K
Assault105/100K
Burglary340/100K

Health

Obesity43.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.1 in/yr
Elevation329 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+73.5%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 46%
Commute20 min
Libraries3

Is Vienna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vienna receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Vienna has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vienna is $56,351, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 29.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vienna is $97,300, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $787 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

Violent crime in Vienna is below the national average at 209 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,592 per 100,000, 32% above the national average.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Vienna enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Vienna has a population of 2,879 with a density of 519 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (77.8%), with 10.6% White, 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

2,879
Total Population
519
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Vienna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.2%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.8%
12% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vienna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vienna is $56,351, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Vienna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,351
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,369
Avg Weekly Wage$916
IRS Avg AGI$46,399

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate29.0%
134% above US avg
Establishments (County)230
County GDP$413M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare8
Retail34
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,973
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Vienna is $97,300, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $787 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $94,985.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,300
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$94,985

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$787
32% below US avg
Rent Burden18.1%

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-Occupied35.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,973
15% below US avg
Effective Rate3.06%
In Vienna, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 34.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes16.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure43.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.1%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.0%
Physical Inactivity34.8%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.8%
Checkup Rate79.8%
Premature Death13,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.6/10
Exercise Access31.4%
Healthcare Facilities8
Vienna has a violent crime rate of 209 per 100,000 residents, 45% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,592 per 100,000 (32% above US avg). The murder rate is 26.2 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Vienna vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent209.5/100K
45% below US avg
Murder26.2/100K
316% above US avg
Rape26.2/100K
Robbery52.4/100K
Assault104.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,592.3/100K
32% above US avg
Burglary340.4/100K
Theft2,094.8/100K
Vehicle Theft157.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Vienna has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.1 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation329 ft (100 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.4 km²)
Population Density519/sq mi
Coordinates32.0927°N, 83.7868°W
County FIPS13093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 46%

Winner: Republican by 7.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+73.5%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density519/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants16
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Work from Home2.2%

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