What are the schools like in Lumpkin, GA?

Lumpkin is served primarily by Stewart County. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.4:1.

What is the median household income in Lumpkin?

The median household income in Lumpkin, GA is $31,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Lumpkin, GA?

Lumpkin has an average high temperature of 60.3°F in January and 92.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Lumpkin, GA affordable or expensive?

Lumpkin's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lumpkin is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $45,300 and the median rent is N/A per month.

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

Crime rate data for Lumpkin is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Lumpkin, GA a Good Place to Live?

Lumpkin is a small town of 776 in Georgia, with a median household income of $31,250 . Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Lumpkin stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+).

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

All Lumpkin 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: 88.8

Lumpkin's overall cost of living index is 88.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Lumpkin costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Lumpkin, GA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$45,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	57.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$31,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Lumpkin is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Lumpkin is served primarily by Stewart County. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lumpkin, GA	National Avg
School District	Stewart County	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	10.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	74.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lumpkin sees average highs of 60.3°F in January and 92.0°F in July, with 52.8 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Lumpkin, GA
Average High — January	60.3°F
Average High — July	92.0°F
Annual Precipitation	52.8"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Lumpkin, GA	National Avg
Population	776	—
Median Age	34.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	39.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	25.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	74.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	15.3%	22.2%
65 and over	19.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Richland, GA 8 mi Webster County, GA 14 mi Georgetown-Quitman County, GA 18 mi Cuthbert, GA 19 mi Parrott, GA 20 mi

ZIP Codes in Lumpkin

Lumpkin, GA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

31815

Lumpkin vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lumpkin, GA affordable or expensive?

Lumpkin's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Lumpkin roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $45,300 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Lumpkin, GA?

Crime data for Lumpkin is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Lumpkin?

Public schools in Lumpkin are operated by Stewart County. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.4:1. 10.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lumpkin, GA a good place to live?

Lumpkin, GA has a population of 776, a median household income of $31,250, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. 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 Lumpkin?

Lumpkin averages 60.3°F in January and 92.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 52.8 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lumpkin?

Lumpkin, GA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 31815.

What is the population of Lumpkin?

The population of Lumpkin, Georgia is 776 with a median age of 34.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lumpkin?

Key numbers for living in Lumpkin: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $45,300, median household income $31,250, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lumpkin side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.