What are the schools like in Pembroke, GA?

Pembroke is served primarily by Bryan County. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.1:1.

What is the median household income in Pembroke?

The median household income in Pembroke, GA is $66,488 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.7%.

What is the weather like in Pembroke, GA?

Pembroke has an average high temperature of 60.7°F in January and 92.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Pembroke, GA affordable or expensive?

Pembroke's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Pembroke is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $161,700 and the median rent is $949 per month.

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

Pembroke has a violent crime rate of 166.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1138.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Pembroke, GA a Good Place to Live?

Pembroke is a small town of 2,542 in Georgia, with a median household income of $66,488 and a 7.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Pembroke is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Pembroke 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: 95.6

Pembroke's overall cost of living index is 95.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Pembroke costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Pembroke, GA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$161,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$949	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	49.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$66,488	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Pembroke's violent crime rate is 166.6 per 100,000 residents — 56% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

166.6 /100k

Property Crime

1138.1 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Pembroke is served primarily by Bryan County. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Pembroke, GA	National Avg
School District	Bryan County	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	18.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Pembroke sees average highs of 60.7°F in January and 92.8°F in July, with 50.4 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Pembroke, GA
Average High — January	60.7°F
Average High — July	92.8°F
Annual Precipitation	50.4"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Pembroke, GA	National Avg
Population	2,542	—
Median Age	26.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	61.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	31.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.4%	6.3%
Under 18	24.5%	22.2%
65 and over	15.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Daisy, GA 13 mi Claxton, GA 17 mi Brooklet, GA 17 mi Bloomingdale, GA 18 mi Fort Stewart, GA 18 mi

ZIP Codes in Pembroke

Pembroke, GA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

31321

Pembroke vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pembroke, GA affordable or expensive?

Pembroke's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Pembroke roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $161,700 and median rent is $949/month.

What is the crime rate in Pembroke, GA?

Pembroke's violent crime rate is 166.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1138.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Pembroke?

Public schools in Pembroke are operated by Bryan County. The district has 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1. 18.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Pembroke, GA a good place to live?

Pembroke, GA has a population of 2,542, a median household income of $66,488, and an unemployment rate of 7.7%. 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 Pembroke?

Pembroke averages 60.7°F in January and 92.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 50.4 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Pembroke?

Pembroke, GA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 31321.

What is the population of Pembroke?

The population of Pembroke, Georgia is 2,542 with a median age of 26.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Pembroke?

Key numbers for living in Pembroke: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $161,700, median household income $66,488, crime index 48 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Pembroke side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.