Wrightsville, GA

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.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,479 Population 951/sq mi density
$35,738 Median Income $14,114 per capita
$78,600 Home Value $120,553 Zillow
$631 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
136 Violent Crime/100K 1,113 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$35,738 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,600 home value, $631/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
136 violent crimes/100K (64% below avg)
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,738
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,600
72% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 136/100K
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $631
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.8%
49% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.3%
88% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,479
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density951/mi²
Male / Female68% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 39%

Economy

C+
Median Income$35,738
Per Capita$14,114
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty23.3%
County GDP$171M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,600
Rent$631
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$120,553

Crime

F
Violent136/100K
Property1,113/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault136/100K
Burglary597/100K

Health

Obesity47.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease9.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain49.0 in/yr
Elevation321 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+66.9%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute25 min
EV Stations2
Libraries1

Is Wrightsville a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Wrightsville has a population of 3,479 with a density of 951 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (56.1%), with 39.2% White, 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

3,479
Total Population
951
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.5%
Female 32.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wrightsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wrightsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wrightsville is $35,738, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Wrightsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,738
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,114
Avg Weekly Wage$803
IRS Avg AGI$45,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.3%
88% above US avg
Establishments (County)143
County GDP$171M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare14
Retail21
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,375
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Wrightsville is $78,600, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $631 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,553.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,600
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$120,553
Median List Price$184,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$184,900
$/Sq Ft$46
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio87.6%
Price Drops60.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$631
46% 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-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,375
32% below US avg
Effective Rate3.02%
In Wrightsville, 47.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.2% report depression. 39.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.8%
49% above US avg
Diabetes19.1%
Heart Disease9.0%
High Blood Pressure48.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD11.0%
Stroke5.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.9%
Physical Inactivity39.5%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress18.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death13,597/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Healthcare Facilities14
Wrightsville has a violent crime rate of 136 per 100,000 residents, 64% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,113 per 100,000 (43% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent135.7/100K
64% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault135.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,112.9/100K
43% below US avg
Burglary597.2/100K
Theft461.5/100K
Vehicle Theft54.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Wrightsville has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.0 inches
29% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation321 ft (98 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²)
Population Density951/sq mi
Coordinates32.7268°N, 82.7191°W
County FIPS13167
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 46.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+66.9%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density951/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants7
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Work from Home3.1%

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