Wildwood, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Wildwood is a small town in Georgia with a population of 244. Residents earn $70,833 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
244 Population 76/sq mi density
$70,833 Median Income $25,728 per capita
$89,300 Home Value $225,812 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$70,833 median income, 17.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,300 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,833
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,300
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 51.6%
53% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 17.2%
378% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.9%
109% higher than US avg

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

People

Population244
Median Age56.7 yrs
Density76/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

C
Median Income$70,833
Per Capita$25,728
Unemployment17.2%
Poverty25.9%
County GDP$650M
Commute50 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$225,812

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain56.5 in/yr
Elevation717 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.6%
High School+81.9%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute50 min
Libraries1

Is Wildwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wildwood receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Wildwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wildwood is $70,833, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 17.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wildwood is $89,300, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Wildwood is a highly educated community — 51.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 81.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wildwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Wildwood has a population of 244 with a density of 76 people per square mile. The median age is 56.7 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%), with 4.9% Black.

Population

244
Total Population
76
People / sq mi
56.7yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wildwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wildwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wildwood is $70,833, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes.

Income: Wildwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,833
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,728
Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$62,898

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.2%
378% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.9%
109% above US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$650M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare18
Retail66
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,417
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time50.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wildwood is $89,300, 68% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,812.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,300
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$225,812

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-Occupied70.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,417
2% below US avg
Effective Rate3.83%
In Wildwood, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death11,895/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access62.5%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Wildwood has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.4°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.5 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation717 ft (219 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density76/sq mi
Coordinates34.9669°N, 85.4215°W
County FIPS13083
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 51.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83%
D 16.4%

Winner: Republican by 66.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+51.6%
53% above US avg
High School+81.9%
School Test Score4.92
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density76/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants20
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute50.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Compare Wildwood with another city: