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Waynesboro, GA
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Waynesboro, GA
At a Glance
How Waynesboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Waynesboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Waynesboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Waynesboro residents earn a median household income of $36,156 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,950. The unemployment rate stands at 6.4% (78% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 35.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 476 business establishments, including 36 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Waynesboro is $96,000 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $182,902. Median rent is $752/month, with 32.6% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Waynesboro reports 427 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,917/100K. The murder rate is 55.7/100K.
Education
13.6% of adults in Waynesboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below the national average). 89.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Waynesboro has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.