Waresboro, GA

Georgia

Waresboro is a small town in Georgia with a population of 197. Residents earn $33,616 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
197 Population 65/sq mi density
$33,616 Median Income $20,020 per capita
$108,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$33,616 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$108,900 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,616
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,900
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population197
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density65/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$33,616
Per Capita$20,020
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,906M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Elevation135 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+80.9%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute12 min
Libraries1

Is Waresboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waresboro receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Waresboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waresboro is $33,616, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waresboro is $108,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Waresboro 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 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Waresboro has a population of 197 with a density of 65 people per square mile. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

197
Total Population
65
People / sq mi
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.1%
Female 61.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Waresboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waresboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waresboro is $33,616, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Waresboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,616
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,020
Avg Weekly Wage$887
IRS Avg AGI$50,585

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,009
County GDP$1,906M

Business (County)

Restaurants93
Healthcare134
Retail186
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,277
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.0 min
Work from Home36.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Waresboro is $108,900, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,900
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,277
6% below US avg
Effective Rate3.01%
In Waresboro, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 33.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure36.2%
Asthma10.6%
COPD9.1%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity33.6%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress17.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.2%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death15,080/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access55.5%
Healthcare Facilities134

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Waresboro has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates31.2475°N, 82.4720°W
County FIPS13299
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 28.3%

Winner: Republican by 43.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+80.9%
School Test Score4.92
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density65/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities134
Restaurants93
Retail Stores186

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.0 min
Work from Home36.8%

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