What are the schools like in Pearson, GA?

Pearson is served primarily by Atkinson County. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.7:1.

What is the median household income in Pearson?

The median household income in Pearson, GA is $30,455 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.8%.

What is the weather like in Pearson, GA?

Pearson has an average high temperature of 60.4°F in January and 92.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Pearson, GA affordable or expensive?

Pearson's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Pearson is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $65,100 and the median rent is $634 per month.

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

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

Is Pearson, GA a Good Place to Live?

Pearson is a small town of 1,826 in Georgia, with a median household income of $30,455 and a 4.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Pearson is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Pearson 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: 87.1

Pearson's overall cost of living index is 87.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Pearson costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Pearson, GA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$65,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$634	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	56.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$30,455	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Pearson is served primarily by Atkinson County. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Pearson, GA	National Avg
School District	Atkinson County	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	2.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	66.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Pearson sees average highs of 60.4°F in January and 92.1°F in July, with 53.9 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Pearson, GA
Average High — January	60.4°F
Average High — July	92.1°F
Annual Precipitation	53.9"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Pearson, GA	National Avg
Population	1,826	—
Median Age	34.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	21.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	39.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	31.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	29.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	22.9%	22.2%
65 and over	10.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Axson, GA 8 mi Willacoochee, GA 12 mi Millwood, GA 12 mi Cogdell, GA 12 mi Douglas, GA 14 mi

ZIP Codes in Pearson

Pearson, GA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

31642

Pearson vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pearson, GA affordable or expensive?

Pearson's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Pearson roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $65,100 and median rent is $634/month.

What is the crime rate in Pearson, GA?

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

What are the schools like in Pearson?

Public schools in Pearson are operated by Atkinson County. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.7:1. 2.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Pearson, GA a good place to live?

Pearson, GA has a population of 1,826, a median household income of $30,455, and an unemployment rate of 4.8%. 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 Pearson?

Pearson averages 60.4°F in January and 92.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 53.9 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Pearson?

Pearson, GA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 31642.

What is the population of Pearson?

The population of Pearson, Georgia is 1,826 with a median age of 34.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Pearson?

Key numbers for living in Pearson: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $65,100, median household income $30,455, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Pearson side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.