Median Income
$64,091
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$123,400
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$823
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.2%
10% lower than US avg
How Atlanta Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,738
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density1,390/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
B+
Median Income$64,091
Per Capita$34,073
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$1,344M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$123,400
Rent$823
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,072
Health
Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Elevation717 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute27 min
EV Stations2
Libraries5
Is Atlanta a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Atlanta receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Atlanta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Atlanta is $64,091, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Atlanta is $123,400, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $823 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Atlanta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches, including 19.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Atlanta has a population of 1,738 with a density of 1,390 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).
Population
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Atlanta is $64,091, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,091 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,073 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,034 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,999 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.2% |
| 10% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 558 |
| County GDP | $1,344M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 65 |
| Healthcare | 57 |
| Retail | 71 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,356 |
| 24% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.53% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.2 min |
| Work from Home | 15.5% |
The median home value in Atlanta is $123,400, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $823 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,072.
Home Values
| Census Median | $123,400 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $158,072 |
| Median List Price | $145,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $145,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $48 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 89.7% |
| Price Drops | 100.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $823 |
| 29% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,356 |
| 24% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.53% |
In Atlanta, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Atlanta vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.0% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.7% |
| Depression | 24.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,078/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 57 |
Crime Rates: Atlanta vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Atlanta has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.8 inches |
| 5% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 19.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 717 ft (219 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,390/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2636°N, 89.2308°W |
| County FIPS | 17107 |