Woodbury, GA

Georgia

Woodbury is a small town in Georgia with a population of 962. Residents earn $45,234 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
962 Population 465/sq mi density
$45,234 Median Income $21,429 per capita
$86,800 Home Value $181,954 Zillow
$802 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
442 Violent Crime/100K 11,934 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$45,234 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,800 home value, $802/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
442 violent crimes/100K (16% above avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,234
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,800
69% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 442/100K
16% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $802
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.9%
117% higher than US avg

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

People

Population962
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density465/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 39%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,234
Per Capita$21,429
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty26.9%
County GDP$976M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,800
Rent$802
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$181,954

Crime

F
Violent442/100K
Property11,934/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault442/100K
Burglary3,867/100K

Health

Obesity43.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation801 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+75.9%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 30%
Commute36 min
Libraries2

Is Woodbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodbury receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Woodbury has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodbury is $45,234, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. The poverty rate of 26.9% 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 Woodbury is $86,800, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $802 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 442 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 11,934 per 100,000, 509% above the national average.

Education

9.4% 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 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodbury enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Woodbury has a population of 962 with a density of 465 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (57.8%), with 38.6% White, 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

962
Total Population
465
People / sq mi
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Woodbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodbury is $45,234, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Woodbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,234
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,429
Avg Weekly Wage$936
IRS Avg AGI$56,494

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.9%
117% above US avg
Establishments (County)524
County GDP$976M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare54
Retail93
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,205
8% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.2 min
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodbury is $86,800, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $802 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,954.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,800
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$181,954

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$184
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$802
31% below US avg

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-Occupied81.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,205
8% below US avg
Effective Rate3.69%
In Woodbury, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 34.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes15.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure41.3%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.1%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.3%
Physical Inactivity34.8%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.9%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death13,550/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access70.2%
Healthcare Facilities54
Woodbury has a violent crime rate of 442 per 100,000 residents, 16% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 11,934 per 100,000 (509% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent442.0/100K
16% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault442.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property11,933.7/100K
509% above US avg
Burglary3,867.4/100K
Theft8,066.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Woodbury has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation801 ft (244 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density465/sq mi
Coordinates32.9852°N, 84.5820°W
County FIPS13293
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+75.9%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density465/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants48
Retail Stores93

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.2 min
Work from Home2.1%

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