Georgia · Metropolitan Area
Waynesboro is a small city in Georgia with a population of 5,700. Residents earn $36,156 per year, which is 52% below the national average.
Based on current data, Waynesboro receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Waynesboro has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Waynesboro is $36,156, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 35.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
The median home value in Waynesboro is $96,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 985 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 5,770 per 100,000, 194% above the national average.
13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Waynesboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 96.8% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.2% |
| 76% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $36,156 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $17,950 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,533 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,747 |
| Unemployment | 6.4% |
| 78% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 35.7% |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 476 |
| County GDP | $3,939M |
| Restaurants | 36 |
| Healthcare | 31 |
| Retail | 66 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,462 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.56% |
| Commute Time | 20.2 min |
| Work from Home | 5.2% |
| Census Median | $96,000 |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $182,902 |
| Median List Price | $99,900 |
| Median List Price | $99,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $186 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.2% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 11 |
| Census Median Rent | $752 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 37.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,462 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.56% |
| Obesity | 43.1% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.4% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 5.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.7% |
| Depression | 20.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 17.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,349/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| Total Violent | 984.6/100K |
| 159% above US avg | |
| Murder | 17.3/100K |
| 174% above US avg | |
| Rape | 51.8/100K |
| Robbery | 310.9/100K |
| Assault | 604.6/100K |
| Total Property | 5,769.6/100K |
| 194% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,381.9/100K |
| Theft | 4,024.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 362.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.2 inches |
| 27% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 276 ft (84 m) |
| Area | 5.5 sq mi (14.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,042/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0913°N, 82.0143°W |
| County FIPS | 13033 |
Winner: Republican by 9.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.6% |
| 60% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,042/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| Restaurants | 36 |
| Retail Stores | 66 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 20.2 min |
| Work from Home | 5.2% |