White, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

White is a small town in Georgia with a population of 755. Residents earn $71,705 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
755 Population 719/sq mi density
$71,705 Median Income $28,663 per capita
$161,000 Home Value $243,865 Zillow
$848 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$71,705 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,000 home value, $848/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,705
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $161,000
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $848
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population755
Median Age33.6 yrs
Density719/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,705
Per Capita$28,663
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$8,646M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,000
Rent$848
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$243,865

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI44 (Good)
Elevation854 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+75.9%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is White a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. White offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in White is $71,705, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in White is $161,000, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $848 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

White enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

White has a population of 755 with a density of 719 people per square mile. The median age is 33.6 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%).

Population

755
Total Population
719
People / sq mi
33.6yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

White vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.0%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.0%
10% below US avg

Social Characteristics

White vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White is $71,705, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: White vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,705
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,663
Avg Weekly Wage$1,109
IRS Avg AGI$68,741

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,982
County GDP$8,646M

Business (County)

Restaurants217
Healthcare227
Retail344
Manufacturing136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,141
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in White is $161,000, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $848 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,865.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,000
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$243,865

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$848
27% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$942
1 Bedroom$948
2 Bedrooms$1,177
3 Bedrooms$1,411
4 Bedrooms$1,868

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,141
18% above US avg
Effective Rate2.57%
In White, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.4%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death10,527/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access56.4%
Healthcare Facilities227

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28

Safety Score

White has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation854 ft (260 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density719/sq mi
Coordinates34.2822°N, 84.7480°W
County FIPS13015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 51 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+75.9%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density719/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities227
Restaurants217
Retail Stores344

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Work from Home4.3%

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