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Whitesburg, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Whitesburg is a small town in Georgia with a population of 439. Residents earn $64,861 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
439 Population 158/sq mi density
$64,861 Median Income $38,395 per capita
$128,600 Home Value $307,255 Zillow
$752 Median Rent 21.0% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$64,861 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$128,600 home value, $752/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,861
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $128,600
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.6%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.3%
88% higher than US avg

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

People

Population439
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density158/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$64,861
Per Capita$38,395
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty23.3%
County GDP$7,675M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$128,600
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$307,255
Housing Units275
Rent Burden21.0%

Health

Obesity34.0%
Uninsured15.1%
Smoking19.3%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation849 ft (259 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.6%
High School+79.7%
Graduate+0.2%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute36 min
Broadband85.1%
Libraries4

Is Whitesburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whitesburg receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Whitesburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whitesburg is $64,861, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 23.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whitesburg is $128,600, 54% 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 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Whitesburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Whitesburg has a population of 439 with a density of 158 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.9%), with 7.7% Black.

Population

439
Total Population
158
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.9%
Female 40.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Whitesburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Whitesburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whitesburg is $64,861, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Whitesburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,861
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,395
Avg Weekly Wage$1,043
IRS Avg AGI$86,060

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.3%
88% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,688
County GDP$7,675M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare334
Retail414
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,250
21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.8 min
Drive Alone73.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Whitesburg is $128,600, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $307,255.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,600
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$307,255

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$156
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.3%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden21.0%

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-Occupied60.5%
Housing Units275
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,250
21% above US avg
Effective Rate3.30%
In Whitesburg, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.1% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.9%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Uninsured15.1%
76% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.8%
Dental Visits51.6%
Premature Death8,324/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access63.6%
Healthcare Facilities334
Whitesburg has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.5 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.5 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation849 ft (259 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²)
Population Density158/sq mi
Coordinates33.4921°N, 84.9143°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS13077
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.9-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32.7%

Winner: Republican by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.6%
63% below US avg
High School+79.7%
Graduate Degree+0.2%
School Test Score4.92
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density158/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.1%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities334
Restaurants248
Retail Stores414

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.8 min
Drive Alone73.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

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