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Waco, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Haralson County County
Waco, GA
At a Glance
How Waco Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Waco's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Waco a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Waco residents earn a median household income of $35,603 , which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,952. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 619 business establishments, including 50 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Waco is $151,100 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $215,670. Median rent is $855/month, with 51.0% 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 1973.
Safety & Crime
Waco reports 270 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 29% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,637/100K.
Education
6.0% of adults in Waco hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below the national average). 77.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Waco has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.