Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.59 |
| Below Poverty | 17.2% ▲ 72% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 16% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,136 (2.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 13,360 (30%) |
| Some College | 6,198 (13.9%) |
| Associates | 7,174 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 3,768 (8.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,899 (29%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,230 ▼ 18% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $198,457 ▼ 29% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $975/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 32,083 |
| Vacant Units | 3,387 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Rome is a city in Georgia, located in Floyd County. The city spans 5 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 76,459 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 38.01 years.
Economically, Rome is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $62,229 is below the national average. Approximately 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 4.1%, below the national average.
The real estate market in Rome is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $198,457, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $974 per month.
The population of Rome is moderately educated. 37.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is majority White (64.16%).
Rome, GA offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Georgia. Spread across 5 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.