Valdosta

Valdosta, Georgia Overview

Valdosta scores 43.3/100 overall (D), ranking #14 of 20 cities in Georgia — below the state composite of 51.5. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 84/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 8/100.

Income & Employment in Valdosta

Valdosta’s median income of $45,849 is 36% below the state median, but positive population growth of 1.2% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 4.4%.

Safety in Valdosta

Valdosta’s violent crime rate of 459 per 100,000 runs above the Georgia average of 368. The property crime rate is 3812.1 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Valdosta

With a cost of living index of 86.7, Valdosta is well below the national average of 100, offering meaningful savings on everyday expenses. The median home value is $165,300. Median monthly rent is $1,000.

Health & Wellness in Valdosta

The adult obesity rate in Valdosta is 41.6%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 14.8%. Residents report an average of 20.7 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Georgia ranks #34 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Valdosta

Valdosta’s high school graduation rate of 92.3% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio is 14.3:1. Per-pupil spending is $12,492. The city has 17 public schools serving 17,572 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Valdosta

Valdosta enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 68.6°F. Summers average 80.7°F. Winters average 57.4°F. Annual precipitation is 54.1 inches. The average commute of 16.4 minutes is notably short.

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