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Attapulgus, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Decatur County County
Attapulgus, GA
At a Glance
How Attapulgus Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Attapulgus's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Attapulgus a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Attapulgus residents earn a median household income of $40,000 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $15,160. The unemployment rate stands at 1.3% (64% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 45.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 802 business establishments, including 51 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Attapulgus is $66,300 , 76% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $100,612. Median rent is $775/month, with 15.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Attapulgus reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 0/100K.
Education
2.6% of adults in Attapulgus hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below the national average). 82.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Attapulgus has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 306 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.