Wadley, Georgia

Quick Statistics

Wadley is a community in Jefferson County, Georgia, home to about 1,706 people spread across 4.6 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $25,116 a year, and a typical home is worth about $64,600. About 9.2% of adults hold a college degree, and 82.9% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 17 percent over the past decade.

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1,706
Total Population
▼ down 17% since 2012
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4.56 sq. mi.
Total Land Area
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$25,116
Median Personal Income
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$64,600
Median Home Value
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9.2%
College Educated
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82.9%
Have Health Insurance
▲ up 5.1 points since 2010
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Among the Georgia towns GeoStat tracks, Wadley ranks number 319 of 669 in population, number 520 in median household income, number 579 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.

Summers around Wadley typically top out near 91°F in July, while January nights average about 34°F. Full normals are on the climate page.

Towns Near Wadley
# Town Distance Population
1.Bartow, GA4.2 mi.199
2.Louisville, GA8.9 mi.2,132
3.Midville, GA10.2 mi.378
4.Summertown, GA11.0 mi.210
5.Kite, GA13.6 mi.188
6.Davisboro, GA14.2 mi.2,231
7.Vidette, GA15.0 mi.181
8.Riddleville, GA15.4 mi.110
Frequently Asked Questions About Wadley

What is the population of Wadley, Georgia?
Wadley has a population of about 1,706 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.

What county is Wadley, Georgia in?
Wadley is located in Jefferson County, Georgia.

What is the median home value in Wadley, Georgia?
The median home value in Wadley is about $64,600, based on American Community Survey data.

What is the median income in Wadley, Georgia?
The median personal income in Wadley is about $25,116 per year.

How many tornadoes have hit near Wadley, Georgia?
Since 1950, 15 tornadoes have been recorded in Jefferson County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.

What is the weather like in Wadley, Georgia?
Typical July highs run about 91 degrees and January lows about 34 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.

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