Tifton, GA—31793
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Tifton, GA
As of Oct '25, the median home price in Tifton, GA is $263,000, with a year-over-year change of -0.9%. This indicates that home prices in Tifton, GA are flat. According to Zillow, the 1-year price projection is 0.0%, suggesting a relatively flat housing market in the next year.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $263,000 | -0.9% |
| Single Family | $263,000 | -0.4% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | N/A | N/A |
3 Bed | $250,000 | 0.8% |
4 Bed | $376,000 | 0.0% |
| 5 Bed | N/A | N/A |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Tifton, GA
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Tifton, GA is $1,780, with a year-over-year rent change of 82.6%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Tifton, GA is studios: $2,550, 1-bedrooms: $625, 2-bedrooms: $1,100, 3-bedrooms: $1,870. The most common rental property sizes in Tifton, GA are 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom, accounting for 43.8% and 30.8% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,900 | $1,780 |
| Studio Rent | $2,450 | $2,550 |
| 1 Bed Rent | $625 | $625 |
| 2 Bed Rent | $1,100 | $1,100 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $1,900 | $1,870 |
| 4 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Tifton, GA
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Tifton, GA is 74. This is a decrease of -4.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market shorter than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 25.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $349,000 | 1.0% |
Listing Count | 32 | 24.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.5% | 24.0% |
Days on Market | 74 | -4.0% |
Demographics — Tifton, GA
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Tifton, GA has a population of 10,300, which has increased by 6.6% over the past 5 years. Tifton, GA is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 21.8% of the population. The area has a moderately educated workforce, with 30.1% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are few residents working remotely, with 4.2% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 10,300 | 6.6% |
% Under 18 | 21.8% | 14.7% |
% Seniors | 12.8% | -9.2% |
% WFH | 4.2% | 600.0% |
% w/ College Degree | 30.1% | 30.9% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Tifton, GA is a predominantly white area, with 71.6% of the population identifying as white. The white population has shrunk by 4.4% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Tifton, GA is hispanic, making up 13.1% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 7.9% of the population in Tifton, GA, and this percentage has increased by 51.9% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting more immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 71.6% | -4.4% |
% Black | 12.7% | -2.3% |
% Hispanic | 13.1% | 26.0% |
% Asian | 1.5% | 275.0% |
% Foreign Born | 7.9% | 51.9% |
Mortgage and Risk — Tifton, GA
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 56 mortgage originations in Tifton, GA, of which 62.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 286.0%, with 38.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Tifton, GA. Investor activity is low, as 12.0% of loans were by investors. 14.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting many homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 56 |
% Conventional Loans | 62.0% |
% Government Loans | 38.0% |
% Investor Loans | 12.0% |
% Second Loans | 0.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 14.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Tifton, GA
Tifton, GA lacks sufficient Section 8 program data for analysis.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 12 |
Total Units Section 8 | 8 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | N/A |
% Occupied Section 8 | N/A |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $145 | $625 | $770 |
| 2 Bedroom | -$190 | $1,100 | $910 |
| 3 Bedroom | -$800 | $1,900 | $1,100 |
| 4 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $1,430 |
Affordability — Tifton, GA
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 3.1 |
| Median Home Price | $263,000 |
| Median Household Income | $79,000 |