Enigma, GA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Berrien County · Georgia
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Enigma based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
1,423
2023 ACS
Median Income
$29,375
2023
Median Home Value
$85,000
2023
Median Rent
$1,007
2023
Median Age
38.8
Unemployment
1.3%
Cost of Living Index
68.2
100 = national avg
Enigma is a city in Berrien County, Georgia, with a population of 1,423 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Enigma is one of the communities in Georgia.
The median household income in Enigma is $29,375, and the median home value is $85,000. The cost of living index is 68.2 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,007 per month. The unemployment rate is 1.3%, and the median age is 38.8 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
1,423
Male
714
50.2%
Female
709
49.8%
Median Age
38.8
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
3.7%
High School or Higher
34.5%
Foreign Born
2.0%
Veterans
1.7%
Married
44.0%
Avg Household Size
2.7
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.323
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
80.4%
Foreign Born
2.0%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
12.2%
173 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
87.8%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
1,303
English Only
85.3%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
182 speakers
Limited English
0.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
99.2%
Limited English Proficiency
0.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
24
1.7% of population
Disability Rate
8.3%
2 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$82,917
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
21
87.5%
Female Veterans
3
12.5%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$82,917
Non-Veteran Income
$22,961
Difference
$59,956
261.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
2
Without Disability
22
Disability Rate
8.3%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
278
#1 Ancestry
American
5.9% (84)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
4.2% (60)
#3 Ancestry
French
2.8% (40)
Top 7 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
522
Family Households
448
85.8%
Married Couples
239
45.8%
Non-Family Households
74
14.2%
Single Mother Households
200
38.3%
Single Father Households
9
1.7%
Living Alone
65
12.5%
Children Under 18
Total Children
409
In Married Couple
159
38.9%
With Single Mother
250
61.1%
With Single Father
0
0.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$27,500
Married Couple Income
$38,125
Avg Family Size
2.7
Avg Non-Family Size
2.6
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
13
Grandparents Responsible
4
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$29,375
-60% vs national
Per Capita Income
$13,614
-63% vs national
Poverty Rate
49.9%
+267% vs national
Gini Index
0.5153
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
1.3%
-74% vs national
SNAP Recipients
38.7%
of households
How Enigma Compares
Enigma vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Enigma is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Enigma, GA has a median household income of $29,375, making it the 27,338th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Enigma has a higher median household income than 3% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Enigma, GA has a per capita income of $13,614, making it the 27,712th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Enigma has a higher per capita income than 1% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Enigma, GA has a poverty rate of 49.9%, making it the 773rd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Enigma has a higher poverty rate than 98% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Enigma, GA has a unemployment rate of 1.3%, making it the 22,395th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Enigma has a higher unemployment rate than 28% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Enigma. The median household income here is $29,375.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
1.3%
-74% vs GA avg
Labor Force
376
Employed
371
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
3.7%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
34.5%
of adults 25+
Median Age
38.8
Work from Home
0.5%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Georgia metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$99.8K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
68.2
100 = national avg
-31.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,018
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$70,951
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$742
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The median household income in Enigma, GA is $29,375, which is 59.9% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $13,614. The poverty rate of 49.9% is higher than the GA state average of 18.4%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5153, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 1.3%, compared to the state average of 5.2%. The labor force is 376. 3.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 87.0% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 68.2, which is 31.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 80.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,018 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotZillow — January 2026
Zillow Home Value Index
$164,530
Enigma vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Enigma is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Enigma, GA has a median home value of $85,000, making it the 24,203rd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Enigma has a higher median home value than 14% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Enigma, GA has a median rent of $1,007, making it the 9,928th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Enigma has a higher median rent than 56% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Enigma, GA has a rent burden of 41.1%, making it the 219th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Enigma has a higher rent burden than 99% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$85,000
Median Rent
$1,007
Total Housing Units
575
Vacancy Rate
9.2%
Owner Occupied
51.9%
Renter Occupied
48.1%
Median Property Tax
$571
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$395
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$571
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.67%
of home value
Median Home Value
$85,000
Estimated Mean Tax
$764
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($571) by the median home value ($85,000). In Enigma, GA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.67%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The median home value in Enigma, GA is $85,000. According to Zillow, the home value index for Enigma is $164,530. The median rent is $1,007 per month (Census ACS). About 51.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1993. There are 575 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $571. The effective tax rate is 0.67%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2023)Violent Crime Rate
1.85
per 1,000 residents
-31% vs national
Property Crime Rate
12.05
per 1,000 residents
-31% vs national
Total Crimes
15
2023
Violent Clearance
0%
cases solved
Property Clearance
23%
cases solved
YoY Change
+97.6%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2022
How Enigma Compares
Source: FBI (2023)Enigma vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2023)Compared to cities with Under 10,000 residents. Enigma is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2023)Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2023)Enigma police solve 27% of larceny/theft cases but only 0% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2023)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2023)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Robbery | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 2 | 1.85 | 0.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 11 | 10.19 | 27.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 2 | 1.85 | 0.0% |
Enigma, GA reported 2 violent crimes and 13 property crimes in 2023. The violent crime rate of 1.85 per 1,000 residents is 31.3% below the national average of 2.70 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 0% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 11 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 50.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 13 | 1.85 | 12.05 |
| 2022 | 1 | 17 | 0.94 | 15.95 |
| 2021 | 1 | 23 | 0.74 | 16.99 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| 2018 | 1 | 15 | 0.75 | 11.29 |
| 2017 | 3 | 20 | 2.31 | 15.38 |
| 2016 | 0 | 9 | 0.00 | 7.00 |
| 2015 | 0 | 5 | 0.00 | 3.96 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
39.3
Very Low
Expected Annual Loss
29.4
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
80.4
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
19.6
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
20
Public Assistance
$14.1M
Individual Assistance
$5.1M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
8 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Helene → | Hurricane | Sep 2024 | $12.4M | $3.0M |
| Hurricane Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Idalia → | Hurricane | Sep 2023 | $614K | $43K |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | $1.8M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Michael → | Hurricane | Oct 2018 | $21K | $122K |
| Hurricane Michael → | Hurricane | Oct 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | $130K | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Tornado | Jan 2017 | $51K | $1K |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Tornadoes, and … → | Severe Storm | Apr 2009 | $641K | $132K |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Frances → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | $220K | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Mar 1998 | — | — |
| Severe Snowfall, Winter Storm → | Snowstorm | Mar 1993 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Mar 1991 | — | — |
| Drought → | Drought | Jul 1977 | — | — |
| Tornadoes → | Tornado | Apr 1974 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 22 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
8
Total Claims Paid
$155,897
Avg Claim Payout
$19,487
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
2
Federal Funding
$41,961
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.00
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.5: Local Multijurisdictional Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 1 | $27,111 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $14,850 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Enigma has a very low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hurricane, drought, lightning. The area has had 20 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (8 declarations). 8 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $14,064,429 in public assistance recovery funding. $5,059,616 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 2 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
39.9%
3.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.5%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.5%
4.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
20.1%
9.5pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
38.4%
Arthritis
29.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
26.4%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
21.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.5%
Loneliness
38.8%
Lack of Support
24.9%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
39.4%
Mobility
19.5%
Cognitive
20.5%
Hearing
9.1%
Vision
8.8%
Self-Care
6.5%
Independent Living
13.1%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Enigma has an obesity rate of 39.9%, which is 3.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.5%, near the national average. About 20.1% of adults lack health insurance. 75.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
8.4 mi
Tift Regional Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tift Regional Medical Center | 8.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | — |
| Irwin County Hospital | 11.8 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | Yes |
| Sgmc Berrien Campus | 15.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Southwell Medical, A Campus Of Trmc | 20.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Dorminy Medical Center | 24.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
1,296
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| ENIGMA | 1,296 | 0 |
There are 1 water system serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
87.0%
+11% vs national
Work From Home
0.5%
-94% vs national
Carpool
11.9%
How Enigma's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2019)Fatalities
1
2019
1-Year Avg
1
fatalities/yr
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Enigma, GA covers travel times and transportation modes. 87.0% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 11.9% of workers carpool. In 2019, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
69.5%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
60.0%
of households
No Internet
28.5%
of households
Total Households
522
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
80.3%
of households
Smartphone
78.9%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
44.1%
of households
Tablet
50.8%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-26% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.9¢
per kWh
-30% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.2¢
per kWh
-39% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$151
residential
+3% vs Under 10,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Georgia averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $151. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Enigma vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
1,296
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENIGMA | Community | Ground water | 1,296 | 0 |
69.5% of households in Enigma have broadband internet access. 60.0% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 7.3% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 28.5% of households have no internet access. 19.0% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 1,296 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Enigma is located in Berrien County, GA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Enigma.
Election Overview
Source: Berrien County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
1,209
15.0%
GOP Votes
6,841
84.8%
Total Votes
8,068
Margin
R+69.8%
Shift from 2020
R+3.3pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,209 | 6,841 | 8,068 | 15.0% | 84.8% | R+69.8 |
| 2020 | 1,269 | 6,419 | 7,743 | 16.4% | 82.9% | R+66.5 |
| 2016 | 1,041 | 5,408 | 6,563 | 15.9% | 82.4% | R+66.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Berrien County recorded 8,068 total votes. Republicans won the county with 84.8% of the vote compared to 15.0% for Democrats, a margin of R+69.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+3.3pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Berrien County has shifted 3.3 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
4
Total Assets
—
Total Income
$0
Per 10K Residents
28.1
nonprofits
-90.6% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
—
Oldest Active
1985
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Enigma, GA has 4 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. The most common category is Public Safety & Disaster Preparedness, with 1 organizations. That works out to 28.1 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1985.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
2
Total Approved
$127K
Jobs Supported
11
Per 10K Residents
14.1
SBA loans
-89.8% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
1
Top Lender
Bank of America, National Association
1 loans
Top Industry
Professional & Technical Services
Data Span
2001–2002
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
1
Total Amount
$47K
Avg Loan
$47,000
Median Loan
$47,000
SBA Guaranteed
$24K(50%)
Jobs Supported
3
Loans
1
Total Amount
$80K
Avg Loan
$80,000
Median Loan
$80,000
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rana Corporation | 1 | $80K |
| Ag Research Associates Llc | 1 | $47K |
Enigma, GA has received 2 SBA loans totaling $127K in approved funding between 2001 and 2002. The 7(a) program accounts for 1 loans (50% of the total), supporting 3 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 1 loans totaling $80K. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Professional & Technical Services. The most active SBA lender in Enigma is Bank of America, National Association with 1 loans. That works out to 14.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
4
Total Population
31,541
Avg Median Income
-$166,632,393
Avg Home Value
-$166,593,191
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31622 | 1,847 | $54,038 | $94,700 | $777 | 120.4 |
| 31727 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 31749 | 2,509 | $38,485 | $87,300 | $1,002 | 63.5 |
| 31794 | 27,185 | $44,569 | $111,900 | $795 | 114.5 |
Enigma, GA has 4 ZIP codes with a combined population of 31,541. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$166,632,393. The average median home value is -$166,593,191. The average median monthly rent is -$166,666,023.
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