Woolsey, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Woolsey is a small town in Georgia with a population of 253. Residents earn $100,833 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
253 Population 309/sq mi density
$100,833 Median Income $61,355 per capita
$465,600 Home Value $593,145 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$100,833 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$465,600 home value
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,833
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $465,600
65% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.4%
41% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.7%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.7%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population253
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density309/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,833
Per Capita$61,355
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$8,271M
Commute39 min

Housing

A
Home Value$465,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$593,145

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain54.2 in/yr
Elevation798 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.4%
High School+96.2%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute39 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries3

Is Woolsey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woolsey receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Woolsey stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woolsey is $100,833, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Woolsey among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woolsey is $465,600, making it a premium housing market at 65% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Woolsey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Woolsey has a population of 253 with a density of 309 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.6%), with 2% Black.

Population

253
Total Population
309
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Woolsey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woolsey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woolsey is $100,833, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Woolsey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,833
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$61,355
Avg Weekly Wage$1,130
IRS Avg AGI$115,692

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.7%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,852
County GDP$8,271M

Business (County)

Restaurants308
Healthcare558
Retail442
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,482
57% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.9 min
Work from Home30.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Woolsey is $465,600, 65% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $593,145.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$465,600
65% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$593,145

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-Occupied87.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,482
57% above US avg
Effective Rate1.18%
In Woolsey, 27.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 16.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.7%
14% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity16.9%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death6,478/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access82.1%
Healthcare Facilities558

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Woolsey has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.8°F
16% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.2 inches
43% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation798 ft (243 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density309/sq mi
Coordinates33.3629°N, 84.4070°W
County FIPS13113
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 47.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.2-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.2%
D 48%

Winner: Republican by 3.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.4%
41% above US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score4.92
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density309/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities558
Restaurants308
Retail Stores442

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.9 min
Work from Home30.6%

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