Rome, GA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Floyd County · Georgia
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Rome based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
37,754
2023 ACS
Median Income
$51,106
2023
Median Home Value
$214,700
2023
Median Rent
$976
2023
Median Age
36.7
Unemployment
4.5%
Cost of Living Index
94.8
100 = national avg
Rome is a city in Floyd County, Georgia, with a population of 37,754 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Rome is one of the communities in Georgia.
The median household income in Rome is $51,106, and the median home value is $214,700. The cost of living index is 94.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $976 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, and the median age is 36.7 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
37,754
Male
17,710
46.9%
Female
20,044
53.1%
Median Age
36.7
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
18.6%
High School or Higher
35.6%
Foreign Born
11.1%
Veterans
3.9%
Married
34.3%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.580
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
54.8%
Foreign Born
11.1%
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
20.3%
7,649 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
79.7%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
35,612
English Only
80.5%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
5,677 speakers
Limited English
8.5%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
91.5%
Limited English Proficiency
8.5%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,467
3.9% of population
Disability Rate
22.6%
331 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$35,000
Unemployment Rate
7.1%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,379
94.0%
Female Veterans
88
6.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$35,000
Non-Veteran Income
$32,063
Difference
$2,937
9.2% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
331
Without Disability
1,136
Disability Rate
22.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
17,660
#1 Ancestry
English
13.2% (4,980)
#2 Ancestry
American
8.7% (3,299)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
8.1% (3,047)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
14,853
Family Households
8,927
60.1%
Married Couples
5,387
36.3%
Non-Family Households
5,926
39.9%
Single Mother Households
2,767
18.6%
Single Father Households
773
5.2%
Living Alone
5,046
34.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
8,593
In Married Couple
4,626
53.8%
With Single Mother
3,579
41.7%
With Single Father
388
4.5%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$66,554
Married Couple Income
$101,281
Single Mother Income
$31,601
Single Father Income
$46,948
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
2.3
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
516
Grandparents Responsible
72
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$51,106
-30% vs national
Per Capita Income
$32,985
-11% vs national
Poverty Rate
20.6%
+51% vs national
Gini Index
0.5071
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.5%
-14% vs national
SNAP Recipients
18.5%
of households
How Rome Compares
Rome vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Rome is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Rome, GA has a median household income of $51,106, making it the 20,837th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Rome has a higher median household income than 26% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Rome, GA has a per capita income of $32,985, making it the 14,134th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Rome has a higher per capita income than 50% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Rome, GA has a poverty rate of 20.6%, making it the 6,856th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Rome has a higher poverty rate than 78% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Rome, GA has a unemployment rate of 4.5%, making it the 13,129th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Rome has a higher unemployment rate than 58% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Rome. The median household income here is $51,106.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.5%
-14% vs GA avg
Labor Force
17,163
Employed
16,385
Mean Commute
21 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
18.6%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
35.6%
of adults 25+
Median Age
36.7
Work from Home
7.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Rome, GA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$83.4K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
94.8
100 = national avg
-5.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,698
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$98,559
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$923
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,192
per month
The median household income in Rome, GA is $51,106, which is 30.2% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $32,985. The poverty rate of 20.6% is higher than the GA state average of 18.4%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5071, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, compared to the state average of 5.2%. The labor force is 17,163. 18.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 21 minutes, with 7.0% working from home. About 72.1% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 94.8, which is 5.2% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 108.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,698 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$222,000
Median List Price
$257,200
Price Per Sq Ft
$150
Days on Market
73
Active Inventory
183
Months of Supply
8.7
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$224,052
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,167
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
19.1%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
10.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
95.2%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
21
New Listings
44
Pending Sales
30
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$150
Median List $/SF
$157
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Rome, GA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Rome, GA metro area, home prices have risen 96.6% over the past 20 years. The 10-year growth rate is 116.1%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 60.9%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 12.9%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Rome, GA housing market rather than Rome alone.
Metro area: Rome, GA
Rome vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Rome is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Rome, GA has a median home value of $214,700, making it the 11,312th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Rome has a higher median home value than 60% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Rome, GA has a median rent of $976, making it the 10,500th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Rome has a higher median rent than 53% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Rome, GA has a price per square foot of $150, making it the 12,560th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Rome has a higher price per square foot than 39% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Rome, GA has a rent burden of 22.9%, making it the 5,242nd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Rome has a higher rent burden than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$214,700
Median Rent
$976
Total Housing Units
16,371
Vacancy Rate
9.3%
Owner Occupied
48.1%
Renter Occupied
51.9%
Median Property Tax
$2,116
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$967
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,116
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.99%
of home value
Median Home Value
$214,700
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,548
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,116) by the median home value ($214,700). In Rome, GA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.99%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Rome, GA is $222,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 73 days on the market. 19.1% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 8.7 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $150. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,167/month. About 48.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1975. There are 16,371 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,116. The effective tax rate is 0.99%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
7.82
per 1,000 residents
+201% vs national
Property Crime Rate
31.94
per 1,000 residents
+86% vs national
Total Crimes
1,521
2024
Violent Clearance
28%
cases solved
Property Clearance
19%
cases solved
YoY Change
-19.7%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Rome Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Rome vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Rome 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 (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Rome police solve 67% of murder cases but only 3% of rape cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 3 | 0.08 | 66.7% |
| Rape | Violent | 31 | 0.81 | 3.2% |
| Robbery | Violent | 31 | 0.81 | 22.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 234 | 6.12 | 31.6% |
| Burglary | Property | 119 | 3.11 | 4.2% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 999 | 26.11 | 21.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 104 | 2.72 | 6.7% |
Rome, GA reported 299 violent crimes and 1,222 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 7.82 per 1,000 residents is 200.6% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 28% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 999 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 51.7% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 299 | 1,222 | 7.82 | 31.94 |
| 2023 | 370 | 1,498 | 9.73 | 39.39 |
| 2022 | 319 | 1,479 | 8.44 | 39.15 |
| 2021 | 251 | 1,370 | 6.82 | 37.24 |
| 2020 | 187 | 790 | 5.09 | 21.50 |
| 2017 | 205 | 1,480 | 5.64 | 40.70 |
| 2016 | 215 | 1,450 | 5.93 | 39.97 |
| 2015 | 210 | 1,775 | 5.85 | 49.41 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
82.0
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
79.5
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
60.0
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
44.3
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
19
Public Assistance
$23.7M
Individual Assistance
$3.5M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
5 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Hurricane Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $22.7M | $3.1M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2014 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Severe Storm | Apr 2011 | $918K | $340K |
| Severe Storms and Tornadoes → | Severe Storm | Mar 2008 | — | $9K |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Storm | Jan 2000 | $36K | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Mar 1998 | — | — |
| Hurricane Opal → | Hurricane | Oct 1995 | — | — |
| Tornadoes, Flooding, and Severe Storms → | Tornado | Mar 1994 | — | — |
| Severe Snowfall, Winter Storm → | Snowstorm | Mar 1993 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornaodes & Flooding → | Severe Storm | Feb 1990 | — | — |
| Rain, Flooding, Mudslide → | Flood | Mar 1979 | — | — |
| Drought → | Drought | Jul 1977 | — | — |
| Flooding → | Flood | Mar 1966 | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
382
Total Claims Paid
$3,369,964
Avg Claim Payout
$8,822
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
10
Federal Funding
$1,815,747
Properties Protected
26
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.67
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 600.1: Warning Systems (as a Component of a Planned, Adopted, and Exercised Risk Reduction Plan) | 2 | $76,020 |
| 201.1: Relocation of Private Structures - Riverine; 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 2 | $67,100 |
| 200.3: Acquisition of Public Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 2 | $1,609,729 |
| Unknown | 2 | $27,754 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $11,964 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Rome has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are tornado, strong wind, earthquake. The area has had 19 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (5 declarations). 382 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $23,653,859 in public assistance recovery funding. $3,483,691 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 10 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
40.0%
3.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.6%
1.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.0%
4.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
18.9%
8.3pp 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
39.1%
Arthritis
27.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
20.7%
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
19.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.6%
Loneliness
38.0%
Lack of Support
25.0%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
37.7%
Mobility
18.4%
Cognitive
18.3%
Hearing
7.7%
Vision
8.0%
Self-Care
5.8%
Independent Living
11.8%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Rome has an obesity rate of 40.0%, which is 3.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.6%, 1.9pp below the national average. About 18.9% of adults lack health insurance. 77.9% 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
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
7.1 mi
Adventhealth Redmond
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adventhealth Redmond | 7.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | — |
| Atrium Health Floyd Polk Medical Center | 19.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center | 19.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Adventhealth Gordon | 20.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | — |
| Floyd Cherokee Medical Center | 23.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Pop. Served
91,729
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| FLOYD COUNTY | 46,143 | 0 |
| ROME | 45,586 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
2
Total CO₂e
1.5M MT
Top Emitter
International Paper ROME LINERBOARD MILL
1.4M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
International Paper ROME LINERBOARD MILL International Paper Co | Pulp and Paper | 1,437,387 |
WALKER MOUNTAIN LANDFILL-ROME-FLOYD SW COMMISSION Rome-Floyd County Solid Waste Commission | Waste | 98,379 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 2 water systems serving the area. 2 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 1.5M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
21 min
-10% vs national
Drive Alone
72.1%
-8% vs national
Public Transit
0.1%
-92% vs national
Work From Home
7.0%
-25% vs national
Carpool
14.3%
Walk / Bike
4.1%
combined
How Rome's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
20
2023
6-Year Avg
12
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
11
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 20 | 20 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 | 12 | 12 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| 2021 | 8 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 8 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 16 | 16 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Rome, GA is 21 minutes, which is 10.3% below the national average of 23 minutes. 72.1% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 7.0% work from home, which is below the GA state average of 9.3%. 14.3% of workers carpool. 4.1% walk to work. In 2023, there were 20 traffic fatalities from 20 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
87.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
70.4%
of households
No Internet
9.1%
of households
Total Households
14,853
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
92.7%
of households
Smartphone
86.9%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
65.9%
of households
Tablet
55.9%
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 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.9¢
per kWh
-30% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.2¢
per kWh
-39% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$151
residential
+3% vs 25,000 - 50,000 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).
Rome vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). 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
2
Population Served
91,729
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FLOYD COUNTY | Community | Surface water | 46,143 | 0 |
| ROME | Community | Surface water | 45,586 | 0 |
87.4% of households in Rome have broadband internet access. 70.4% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 14.9% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 9.1% of households have no internet access. 17.8% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 2 water systems, providing water to 91,729 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. Rome is located in Floyd County, GA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Rome.
Election Overview
Source: Floyd County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
12,862
28.7%
GOP Votes
31,631
70.7%
Total Votes
44,738
Margin
R+42.0%
Shift from 2020
R+0.9pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12,862 | 31,631 | 44,738 | 28.7% | 70.7% | R+42.0 |
| 2020 | 11,917 | 28,906 | 41,341 | 28.8% | 69.9% | R+41.1 |
| 2016 | 9,127 | 24,045 | 34,250 | 26.7% | 70.2% | R+43.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Floyd County recorded 44,738 total votes. Republicans won the county with 70.7% of the vote compared to 28.7% for Democrats, a margin of R+42.0%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+0.9pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Floyd County has shifted 1.6 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
343
Total Assets
$2.0B
Total Income
$1.4B
Per 10K Residents
90.9
nonprofits
+47.6% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
31
Median Assets
$268K
Oldest Active
1935
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $2.0B of $2.0B total
Nonprofit 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 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Rome
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFRome, GA has 343 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $2.0B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 48 organizations. 31 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 90.9 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1935.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
230
Total Approved
$137.8M
Jobs Supported
2,202
Per 10K Residents
60.9
SBA loans
-13.5% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
63
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
22 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
207
Total Amount
$119.3M
Avg Loan
$576,334
Median Loan
$250,000
SBA Guaranteed
$90.6M(76%)
Jobs Supported
1,938
Loans
23
Total Amount
$18.5M
Avg Loan
$803,087
Median Loan
$657,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
34
15% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$27.6M
20% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$812,726
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Battey Downtown Llc | 1 | $4.6M |
| Jai Mataji 12 Inc. | 2 | $4.2M |
| Mega Beverage Rome Llc | 1 | $3.9M |
| Magnus Hospitality Group Inc. | 1 | $3.5M |
| Legacy Pizza Llc | 2 | $3.3M |
| Watters & Associates Landscape Inc. | 2 | $3.0M |
| Shriji Hospitality Rome Llc | 1 | $2.7M |
| Kwon Family Inc. | 3 | $2.7M |
| Shree Hanuman 1 Llc | 1 | $2.5M |
| J & J Rome Llc | 1 | $2.5M |
Rome, GA has received 230 SBA loans totaling $137.8M in approved funding between 1992 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 207 loans (90% of the total), supporting 1,938 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 23 loans totaling $18.5M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Rome is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 22 loans. That works out to 60.9 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
5
Total Population
90,035
Avg Median Income
-$133,285,441
Avg Home Value
-$133,196,873
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30147 | 4,855 | $56,875 | $121,900 | $932 | 18.9 |
| 30149 | 1,806 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 6.7 |
| 30161 | 34,461 | $60,176 | $185,000 | $1,006 | 143.3 |
| 30165 | 41,998 | $63,915 | $209,500 | $949 | 167.0 |
| 30173 | 6,915 | $58,494 | $165,900 | $1,083 | 34.9 |
Rome, GA has 5 ZIP codes with a combined population of 90,035. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$133,285,441. The average median home value is -$133,196,873. The average median monthly rent is -$133,332,539.
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