What are the schools like in Jefferson, GA?

Jefferson 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 Jefferson?

The median household income in Jefferson, GA is $95,850 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.1%.

What is the weather like in Jefferson, GA?

Jefferson has an average high temperature of 52.7°F in January and 89.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Jefferson, GA affordable or expensive?

Jefferson's cost of living index is 99, where 100 represents the national average. This means Jefferson is 1% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $313,100 and the median rent is $1,059 per month.

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

Jefferson has a violent crime rate of 36.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 456.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Jefferson, GA a Good Place to Live?

Jefferson is a small city of 13,496 in Georgia, with a median household income of $95,850 and a 2.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 99 (US average = 100), which is 1% below the national average.

Strengths: Jefferson stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B+), a well-educated population.

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

All Jefferson 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: 98.9

Jefferson's overall cost of living index is 98.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Jefferson costs roughly 1% less than the average American city.

Metric	Jefferson, GA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$313,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,059	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	80.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$95,850	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Jefferson's violent crime rate is 36.1 per 100,000 residents — 90% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

36.1 /100k

Property Crime

456.6 /100k

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

Schools & Education

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

Metric	Jefferson, 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	35.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Jefferson sees average highs of 52.7°F in January and 89.1°F in July, with 52.6 inches of annual precipitation and 0.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Jefferson, GA
Average High — January	52.7°F
Average High — July	89.1°F
Annual Precipitation	52.6"
Annual Snowfall	0.7"

Demographics

Metric	Jefferson, GA	National Avg
Population	13,496	—
Median Age	34.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	78.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	15.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.3%	18.9%
Asian	1.1%	6.3%
Under 18	28.7%	22.2%
65 and over	12.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Pendergrass, GA 5 mi Arcade, GA 6 mi Talmo, GA 7 mi Maysville, GA 9 mi Commerce, GA 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Jefferson

Jefferson, GA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

30549

Jefferson vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jefferson, GA affordable or expensive?

Jefferson's cost of living index is 99, where 100 is the national average. That makes Jefferson roughly 1% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $313,100 and median rent is $1,059/month.

What is the crime rate in Jefferson, GA?

Jefferson's violent crime rate is 36.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 456.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Jefferson?

Public schools in Jefferson 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. 35.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Jefferson, GA a good place to live?

Jefferson, GA has a population of 13,496, a median household income of $95,850, and an unemployment rate of 2.1%. 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 Jefferson?

Jefferson averages 52.7°F in January and 89.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 52.6 inches with about 0.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Jefferson?

Jefferson, GA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 30549.

What is the population of Jefferson?

The population of Jefferson, Georgia is 13,496 with a median age of 34.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Jefferson?

Key numbers for living in Jefferson: cost of living index 99 (100 = US average), median home $313,100, median household income $95,850, crime index 14 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Jefferson side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.