Walthourville, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Walthourville is a small town in Georgia with a population of 3,770. Residents earn $70,035 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
3,770 Population 982/sq mi density
$70,035 Median Income $29,935 per capita
$127,600 Home Value
$990 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
683 Violent Crime/100K 4,096 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$70,035 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$127,600 home value, $990/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
683 violent crimes/100K (80% above avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,035
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $127,600
55% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 683/100K
80% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $990
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,770
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density982/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 32%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,035
Per Capita$29,935
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$309M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$127,600
Rent$990
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent683/100K
Property4,096/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault585/100K
Burglary1,853/100K

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+89.3%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 35%
Commute26 min
Libraries1

Is Walthourville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walthourville 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. Walthourville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walthourville is $70,035, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Walthourville is $127,600, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $990 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 683 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 4,096 per 100,000, 109% above the national average.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Walthourville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Walthourville has a population of 3,770 with a density of 982 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (61.5%), with 32.3% White.

Population

3,770
Total Population
982
People / sq mi
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Walthourville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Walthourville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walthourville is $70,035, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Walthourville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,035
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,935
Avg Weekly Wage$790
IRS Avg AGI$50,101

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)143
County GDP$309M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare8
Retail21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,264
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Walthourville is $127,600, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $990 (15% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$127,600
55% below US avg
Median List Price$240,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$240,000
$/Sq Ft$149
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio99.5%
Price Drops36.4%
Inventory22

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$990
15% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,650

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-Occupied51.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,264
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.56%
In Walthourville, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.8% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes14.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure40.8%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.3%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.6%
Checkup Rate79.9%
Premature Death10,346/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access32.1%
Healthcare Facilities8
Walthourville has a violent crime rate of 683 per 100,000 residents, 80% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,096 per 100,000 (109% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent682.6/100K
80% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape24.4/100K
Robbery73.1/100K
Assault585.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,095.6/100K
109% above US avg
Burglary1,852.8/100K
Theft2,218.4/100K
Vehicle Theft24.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Walthourville has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.8°F
26% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density982/sq mi
Coordinates31.7720°N, 81.6209°W
County FIPS13183
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.6%
D 35.1%

Winner: Republican by 29.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+89.3%
School Test Score4.92
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density982/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants10
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Work from Home2.9%

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