Georgia
Wrightsville is a small town in Georgia with a population of 3,479. Residents earn $35,738 per year, which is 52% below the national average.
Based on current data, Wrightsville receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wrightsville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Wrightsville is $35,738, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 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 25 minutes.
The median home value in Wrightsville is $78,600, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $631 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.
Wrightsville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 136 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,113 per 100,000, 43% below the national average.
6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Wrightsville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 94.7% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.3% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $35,738 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $14,114 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $803 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $45,592 |
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.3% |
| 88% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 143 |
| County GDP | $171M |
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 14 |
| Retail | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,375 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.02% |
| Commute Time | 24.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
| Census Median | $78,600 |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $120,553 |
| Median List Price | $184,900 |
| Median List Price | $184,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $46 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 87.6% |
| Price Drops | 60.0% |
| Inventory | 5 |
| Census Median Rent | $631 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,375 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.02% |
| Obesity | 47.8% |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 19.1% |
| Heart Disease | 9.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 48.7% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 11.0% |
| Stroke | 5.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 39.5% |
| Depression | 19.2% |
| Mental Distress | 21.0% |
| Physical Distress | 18.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 13,597/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 14 |
| Total Violent | 135.7/100K |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 135.7/100K |
| Total Property | 1,112.9/100K |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 597.2/100K |
| Theft | 461.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 54.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.0 inches |
| 29% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 321 ft (98 m) |
| Area | 3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 951/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.7268°N, 82.7191°W |
| County FIPS | 13167 |
Winner: Republican by 46.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.6% |
| 80% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 66.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 951/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 14 |
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Retail Stores | 21 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 24.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |