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Is Warner Robins a Good Place to Live? Warner Robins, Georgia: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Warner Robins ranks #764 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #328 of 524 smaller cities and #13 of 20 in Georgia. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low unemployment (3%, #30 of 476) and fast population growth (+1.8%, #48 of 468), and trails on high violent crime (513 per 100,000, #379 of 444).
Warner Robins by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Warner Robins's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
What is the cost of living in Warner Robins?
Warner Robins's cost of living index is 93.8, 6% below the US level of 100 and #412 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,212/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $215,087, 35% below the typical Georgia home ($330,817).
| Measure | Warner Robins | GeorgiaGA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 102.4 · US 100 | 93.8#412 of 1,308 | 96.3 | 102.4 | 100 |
| Typical home valueZillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $431,438 · US $368,697 | $215,087#154 of 1,187 | $330,817 | $431,438 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rentZillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,884/mo · US $1,948/mo | $1,425/mo#276 of 1,115 | — | $1,884/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $401,950 | $185,700#188 of 1,309 | — | $401,950 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,633/mo | $1,212/mo#448 of 1,309 | — | $1,633/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.5x | 2.8x#109 of 1,309 | — | 4.5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 22.2% | 21.7%#647 of 1,309 | — | 22.2% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Georgia is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Warner Robins housing market · August
Typical home value is a monthly index of homes in the middle third of the market; the Census figures above are survey medians and will differ. Source in the data sources list below. Warner Robins is in the Warner Robins, GA metro.
Georgia housing market →Is Warner Robins safe?
Warner Robins recorded 513 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 56% above the US rate of 328 and 73% above Georgia's 297. That ranks #855 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #379 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Warner Robins Police Department. Property crime runs 2,361 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
| Measure | Warner Robins | GeorgiaGA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 264 · US 328 | 513#855 of 1,085 | 297 | 264 | 328 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,550 · US 1,548 | 2,361#820 of 1,085 | 1,409 | 1,550 | 1,548 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Georgia is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. City rates come from each police agency's report to the FBI and are not strictly comparable across agencies.
What do people earn in Warner Robins?
The median household in Warner Robins earns $66,970, 19% below the US figure of $83,163 and 16% below Georgia ($79,991). Unemployment is 3% (US 4.3%). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 1.8% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
| Measure | Warner Robins | GeorgiaGA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $83,646 · US $83,163 | $66,970#881 of 1,312 | $79,991 | $83,646 | $83,163 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.3% | 3%#98 of 1,058 | 3.4% | 4.2% | 4.3% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.8% | 14.2%#811 of 1,312 | — | 10.8% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.2% · US +0.5% | +1.8%#117 of 1,132 | +0.9% | +0.2% | +0.5% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Georgia is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Warner Robins?
The median resident of Warner Robins is 31.9 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 31.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #751 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 53.5% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Warner Robins | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.7 | 31.9 | 37.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 35.1% | 31.1%#751 of 1,312 | 35.1% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 61.7% | 53.5% | 61.7% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Warner Robins's schools and health?
Warner Robins's 20 public schools graduate 90% of students in four years (Georgia 84.1%), with 15.2 students per teacher and $13,044 spent per pupil. 41.5% of adults are obese and 13.9% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 31.9% and 11%.
| Measure | Warner Robins | GeorgiaGA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High school graduation rateDepartment of Education EDFacts · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 89% | 90%#358 of 1,063 | 84.1% | 89% | — |
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 16.4 | 15.2#498 of 1,188 | — | 16.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $15,354 | $13,044#826 of 1,188 | — | $15,354 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 31.9% | 41.5%#1185 of 1,311 | — | 31.9% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11% | 13.9%#1067 of 1,311 | — | 11% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 16.7% | 18.5%#951 of 1,311 | — | 16.7% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.1% | 12.9%#944 of 1,311 | — | 10.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Georgia is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. 17,014 students are enrolled in Warner Robins's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Warner Robins?
The average commute in Warner Robins is 22.2 minutes (Georgia 29.4); 0.1% of workers take transit and 9.6% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Warner Robins scores 7.5 of 20 (below average walkable), #1166 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 81.1°F and winters 49.4°F, with 46.9 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Warner Robins | GeorgiaGA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 25.1 min | 22.2 min#520 of 1,312 | 29.4 min | 25.1 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6.5% | 3.3%#247 of 1,312 | 11.3% | 6.5% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.8% | 78.3% | 71.4% | 70.8% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.3% | 1.4% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.7% | 9.6% | 14.9% | 13.7% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.1 | 7.5#1166 of 1,312 | — | 11.1 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Georgia is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 59.3 | 35.9 | 4.3 |
| Feb | 63.4 | 39.1 | 4.2 |
| Mar | 70.6 | 44.9 | 4.3 |
| Apr | 77.9 | 51 | 3.6 |
| May | 85.8 | 60 | 2.7 |
| Jun | 90.9 | 68.1 | 4.4 |
| Jul | 93.5 | 71.5 | 4.8 |
| Aug | 92.2 | 70.7 | 4.4 |
| Sep | 87.6 | 64.8 | 3.7 |
| Oct | 78.9 | 53.2 | 2.6 |
| Nov | 69.1 | 42.5 | 3.4 |
| Dec | 61.3 | 37.8 | 4.6 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Macon Middle Ga Rgnl Airport.
| Measure | Warner Robins | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 58.1°F | 65.4°F | 58.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 74.2°F | 81.1°F | 74.2°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 40.8°F | 49.4°F | 40.8°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 38.3 in | 46.9 in | 38.3 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Macon Middle Ga Rgnl Airport.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Warner Robins?
Houston County's air had a median air quality index of 46, and 61% of measured days were rated good; 0 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Houston County's biggest natural hazard losses in hurricane, earthquake, and tornado, with expected yearly losses of 0.09% of building value, lower than 94% of US counties.
| Measure | Warner Robins | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 44 | 46#700 of 1,138 | 44 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 3 | 0#1 of 1,138 | 3 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.15% | 0.09%#110 of 1,312 | 0.15% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Houston County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Houston County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Hurricane | 0.0073% | 71% of counties |
| Earthquake | 0.0042% | 61% of counties |
| Tornado | 0.0078% | 46% of counties |
| Hail | 0.0013% | 41% of counties |
| Strong wind | 0.001% | 32% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.055% | 15% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Warner Robins compare with similar-size cities?
Warner Robins is one of 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track and ranks #328 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 82,990.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warner Robins, GAPop. 82,990 | #764 | 53.9 | $66,970 | $1,212/mo | 513 | 22.2 min |
| Warwick, RIPop. 83,175 | #143 | 66.5 | $88,708 | $1,363/mo | 87 | 24.6 min |
| Waldorf, MDPop. 82,943 | #598 | 56.7 | $116,089 | $1,995/mo | no data | 41.1 min |
| Longview, TXPop. 82,923 | #941 | 51.1 | $63,340 | $1,101/mo | 346 | 20.7 min |
| Gastonia, NCPop. 82,884 | #1128 | 47.3 | $64,059 | $1,204/mo | 889 | 26.8 min |
| Buena Park, CAPop. 82,871 | #643 | 55.9 | $110,550 | $2,206/mo | 281 | 28.8 min |
| Homestead, FLPop. 82,807 | #918 | 51.4 | $65,423 | $1,674/mo | 442 | 35.8 min |
| Cicero, ILPop. 82,797 | #500 | 58.0 | $70,842 | $1,154/mo | 222 | 29.3 min |
| New Rochelle, NYPop. 82,769 | #124 | 67.5 | $109,167 | $1,917/mo | 154 | 32.5 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Warner Robins compare with the rest of Georgia?
Warner Robins ranks #13 of the 20 Georgia cities we track, with a score of 53.9 against Georgia's statewide 55.4. Its households earn 16% below the Georgia median. Violent crime is 73% above the statewide rate. Homes are 35% below the typical Georgia home.
| City | Rank in GA | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johns Creek, GAPop. 81,988 | #1 | 73.4 | $160,093 | $2,257/mo | 40 |
| Alpharetta, GAPop. 66,855 | #2 | 70.6 | $147,612 | $1,948/mo | 220 |
| Roswell, GAPop. 92,621 | #3 | 69.2 | $128,654 | $1,810/mo | 111 |
| Sandy Springs, GAPop. 107,087 | #4 | 68.0 | $104,340 | $1,870/mo | 114 |
| Dunwoody, GAPop. 51,758 | #5 | 67.1 | $121,903 | $1,859/mo | 162 |
| Brookhaven, GAPop. 57,855 | #6 | 65.4 | $117,663 | $1,882/mo | 265 |
| Smyrna, GAPop. 56,633 | #7 | 64.8 | $100,061 | $1,739/mo | 240 |
| Marietta, GAPop. 62,263 | #8 | 60.9 | $72,725 | $1,586/mo | 291 |
| Atlanta, GAPop. 505,268 | #9 | 58.3 | $85,652 | $1,711/mo | 736 |
| Gainesville, GAPop. 45,032 | #10 | 55.2 | $66,974 | $1,299/mo | 404 |
| Athens, GAPop. 127,345 | #11 | 54.2 | $52,974 | $1,219/mo | 352 |
| South Fulton, GAPop. 110,471 | #12 | 53.9 | $82,324 | $1,702/mo | 477 |
| Warner Robins, GAPop. 82,990 | #13 | 53.9 | $66,970 | $1,212/mo | 513 |
| Savannah, GAPop. 147,898 | #14 | 51.9 | $57,137 | $1,382/mo | county/metro |
| Columbus, GAPop. 203,711 | #15 | 51.4 | $58,073 | $1,106/mo | 366 |
| Valdosta, GAPop. 55,252 | #16 | 46.6 | $45,925 | $1,054/mo | 477 |
| Stonecrest, GAPop. 60,501 | #17 | 46.5 | $64,591 | $1,601/mo | no data |
| Augusta, GAPop. 201,528 | #18 | 45.9 | $55,485 | $1,142/mo | 547 |
| Macon, GAPop. 156,578 | #19 | 40.3 | $51,234 | $1,066/mo | 1,293 |
| Albany, GAPop. 67,224 | #20 | 39.5 | $47,240 | $931/mo | 1,485 |
All 20 Georgia cities we track, by overall score. Georgia statewide: median income $79,991, violent crime 296.9 per 100,000.
How is Warner Robins's score calculated?
Warner Robins scores 53.9 out of 100, #764 of 1,312 (grade C+, which follows rank). It is scored on the 10 of 11 categories with local data; outdoor access is left out rather than filled with Georgia's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data · 16% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Warner Robins. Similar-size median 55.5.
55.1 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Warner Robins's police agency. Similar-size median 77.8.
57.2 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Warner Robins. Similar-size median 58.9.
36.5 - EducationCity data · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Warner Robins's public schools. Similar-size median 55.2.
59.3 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Warner Robins's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.3.
78.9 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Warner Robins. Similar-size median 56.1.
43.2 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Warner Robins. Similar-size median 42.4.
62.7 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Warner Robins. Similar-size median 50.0.
43.8 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Warner Robins's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 53.2.
34.2 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 50.8.
70.9 - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Warner Robins's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Warner Robins has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Warner Robins
Is Warner Robins, GA a good place to live?
Warner Robins ranks #764 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #328 of 524 smaller cities and #13 of 20 in Georgia. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low unemployment (3%, #30 of 476) and fast population growth (+1.8%, #48 of 468), and trails on high violent crime (513 per 100,000, #379 of 444).
What is the cost of living in Warner Robins?
Warner Robins's cost of living index is 93.8, 6% below the US level of 100 and #412 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,212/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $215,087, 35% below the typical Georgia home ($330,817).
What is the crime rate in Warner Robins?
Warner Robins recorded 513 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 56% above the US rate of 328 and 73% above Georgia's 297. That ranks #855 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #379 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Warner Robins Police Department. Property crime runs 2,361 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
What is the median household income in Warner Robins?
The median household in Warner Robins earns $66,970, 19% below the US figure of $83,163 and 16% below Georgia ($79,991). Unemployment is 3% (US 4.3%). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 1.8% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
How much is rent in Warner Robins?
Median rent in Warner Robins is $1,212/mo (Census), #448 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). The typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $1,425/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 21.7% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Warner Robins?
The typical home value in Warner Robins is $215,087, up 3% in a year, against $330,817 for Georgia and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $185,700.
How are the public schools in Warner Robins?
Warner Robins's 20 public schools graduate 90% of students in four years (Georgia 84.1%), with 15.2 students per teacher and $13,044 spent per pupil.
How long is the commute in Warner Robins?
The average commute is 22.2 minutes, #520 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 29.4 minutes across Georgia. 3.3% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Warner Robins?
Warner Robins averages 65.4°F over the year, 81.1°F in summer and 49.4°F in winter, with 46.9 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Warner Robins walkable?
Warner Robins scores 7.5 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (below average walkable), #1166 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Warner Robins at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Houston County's biggest natural hazard losses in hurricane, earthquake, and tornado, with expected yearly losses of 0.09% of building value, lower than 94% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Warner Robins?
Houston County's air had a median air quality index of 46, and 61% of measured days were rated good; 0 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles.
Who lives in Warner Robins?
Warner Robins has 82,990 residents. The median resident of Warner Robins is 31.9 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 31.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #751 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 53.5% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Warner Robins compare with the rest of Georgia?
Warner Robins ranks #13 of the 20 Georgia cities we track, with a score of 53.9 against Georgia's statewide 55.4. Its households earn 16% below the Georgia median. Violent crime is 73% above the statewide rate. Homes are 35% below the typical Georgia home.
What cities are similar in size to Warner Robins?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Warner Robins's population of 82,990 are Warwick, RI (#143 overall), Waldorf, MD (#598 overall), Longview, TX (#941 overall), Gastonia, NC (#1128 overall), and Buena Park, CA (#643 overall). Warner Robins is #764.