Tifton, GA—31794
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 $176,000, with a year-over-year change of -4.2%. This indicates that home prices in Tifton, GA are decreasing. According to Zillow, the 1-year price projection is -0.1%, suggesting a relatively flat housing market in the next year.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $176,000 | -4.2% |
| Single Family | $177,000 | -3.8% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $85,000 | -9.6% |
3 Bed | $193,000 | 0.5% |
4 Bed | $332,000 | 1.2% |
| 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 $1,550, with a year-over-year rent change of 39.6%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Tifton, GA is 1-bedrooms: $882, 2-bedrooms: $1,300, 3-bedrooms: $2,300, 4-bedrooms: $2,250. The most common rental property sizes in Tifton, GA are 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom, accounting for 40.3% and 36.8% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,200 | $1,550 |
| Studio Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 1 Bed Rent | $850 | $882 |
| 2 Bed Rent | $1,180 | $1,300 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $2,200 | $2,300 |
| 4 Bed Rent | $2,250 | $2,250 |
% 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 79. This is a increase of 22.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market longer 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 | $279,000 | 4.0% |
Listing Count | 72 | 14.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.4% | 14.0% |
Days on Market | 79 | 22.0% |
Demographics — Tifton, GA
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Tifton, GA has a population of 27,200, which has remained stable by -0.5% over the past 5 years. Tifton, GA is a popular place for families, as children make up 25.7% of the population. The area has a poorly educated workforce, with 17.6% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are few residents working remotely, with 4.9% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 27,200 | -0.5% |
% Under 18 | 25.7% | -3.7% |
% Seniors | 16.3% | 13.2% |
% WFH | 4.9% | 172.2% |
% w/ College Degree | 17.6% | 16.6% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Tifton, GA is a predominantly white area, with 46.0% of the population identifying as white. The white population has shrunk by 6.9% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Tifton, GA is black, making up 36.8% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 4.4% of the population in Tifton, GA, and this percentage has decreased by 12.0% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting fewer immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 46.0% | -6.9% |
% Black | 36.8% | -2.1% |
% Hispanic | 12.0% | 15.4% |
% Asian | 1.1% | -45.0% |
% Foreign Born | 4.4% | -12.0% |
Mortgage and Risk — Tifton, GA
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 298 mortgage originations in Tifton, GA, of which 54.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 78.0%, with 39.0% 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 | 298 |
% Conventional Loans | 54.0% |
% Government Loans | 46.0% |
% Investor Loans | 12.0% |
% Second Loans | 1.0% |
% 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 | 661 |
Total Units Section 8 | 313 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | N/A |
% Occupied Section 8 | 88.3% |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | -$70 | $850 | $780 |
| 2 Bedroom | -$260 | $1,180 | $920 |
| 3 Bedroom | -$1,070 | $2,200 | $1,130 |
| 4 Bedroom | -$800 | $2,250 | $1,450 |
Affordability — Tifton, GA
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 3.9 |
| Median Home Price | $176,000 |
| Median Household Income | $44,600 |