What are the schools like in Hoschton, GA?

Hoschton is served primarily by Jackson County. The district operates 7 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.9:1.

What is the median household income in Hoschton?

The median household income in Hoschton, GA is $87,021 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.0%.

What is the weather like in Hoschton, GA?

Hoschton has an average high temperature of 53.9°F in January and 89.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.5 inches.

Hoschton, GA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Hoschton, GA affordable or expensive?

Hoschton's cost of living index is 99, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hoschton is 1% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $305,700 and the median rent is $1,051 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Hoschton, GA?

Hoschton has a violent crime rate of 98.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 900.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hoschton, GA a Good Place to Live?

Hoschton is a small town of 3,099 in Georgia, with a median household income of $87,021 and a 1.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 99 (US average = 100), which is 1% below the national average.

Strengths: Hoschton stands out for solid school ratings (B+).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Hoschton is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hoschton city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 98.7

Hoschton's overall cost of living index is 98.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hoschton costs roughly 1% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hoschton, GA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$305,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,051	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	79.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$87,021	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Hoschton's violent crime rate is 98.7 per 100,000 residents — 74% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

98.7 /100k

Property Crime

900.3 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Hoschton is served primarily by Jackson County. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hoschton, GA	National Avg
School District	Jackson County	—
Elementary Schools	7	—
Middle Schools	3	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	29.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hoschton sees average highs of 53.9°F in January and 89.4°F in July, with 53.2 inches of annual precipitation and 0.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hoschton, GA
Average High — January	53.9°F
Average High — July	89.4°F
Annual Precipitation	53.2"
Annual Snowfall	0.5"

Demographics

Metric	Hoschton, GA	National Avg
Population	3,099	—
Median Age	33.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	35.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	83.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	5.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	8.9%	18.9%
Asian	1.0%	6.3%
Under 18	26.2%	22.2%
65 and over	12.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Braselton, GA 3 mi Auburn, GA 6 mi Carl, GA 6 mi Winder, GA 7 mi Talmo, GA 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Hoschton

Hoschton, GA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

30548

Hoschton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hoschton, GA affordable or expensive?

Hoschton's cost of living index is 99, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hoschton roughly 1% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $305,700 and median rent is $1,051/month.

What is the crime rate in Hoschton, GA?

Hoschton's violent crime rate is 98.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 900.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hoschton?

Public schools in Hoschton are operated by Jackson County. The district has 7 elementary, 3 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.9:1. 29.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hoschton, GA a good place to live?

Hoschton, GA has a population of 3,099, a median household income of $87,021, and an unemployment rate of 1.0%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Hoschton?

Hoschton averages 53.9°F in January and 89.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 53.2 inches with about 0.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hoschton?

Hoschton, GA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 30548.

What is the population of Hoschton?

The population of Hoschton, Georgia is 3,099 with a median age of 33.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hoschton?

Key numbers for living in Hoschton: cost of living index 99 (100 = US average), median home $305,700, median household income $87,021, crime index 33 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hoschton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.