Median Income
$67,500
10% lower than US avg
Home Value
$255,700
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,426
23% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.5%
48% lower than US avg
How Austell Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population8,351
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density1,311/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 21%
Economy
B+
Median Income$67,500
Per Capita$36,388
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$81,869M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$255,700
Rent$1,426
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$291,512
Health
Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Elevation885 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+85.9%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute29 min
EV Stations6
Libraries16
Is Austell a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Austell receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Austell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Austell is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Austell is $255,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,426 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Austell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Austell has a population of 8,351 with a density of 1,311 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (63.2%), with 20.5% White.
Population
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 89.0% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Spanish | 11.0% |
| 18% below US avg |
The median household income in Austell is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,500 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,388 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,491 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $103,645 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.7% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.5% |
| 48% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 28,427 |
| County GDP | $81,869M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,764 |
| Healthcare | 2,444 |
| Retail | 2,326 |
| Manufacturing | 470 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,260 |
| 50% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.06% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.7 min |
| Work from Home | 10.9% |
The median home value in Austell is $255,700, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,426 (23% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,512.
Home Values
| Census Median | $255,700 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $291,512 |
| Median List Price | $341,450 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $341,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $193 |
| Homes Sold | 10 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.4% |
| Price Drops | 18.0% |
| Inventory | 39 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,426 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,864 |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,260 |
| 50% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.06% |
In Austell, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.2% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Austell vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.1% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.0% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.7% |
| Depression | 18.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 79.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 6,458/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,444 |
Crime Rates: Austell vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 67 |
Safety Score
Austell has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 60.1°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.2 inches |
| 48% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 885 ft (270 m) |
| Area | 6.4 sq mi (16.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,311/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8198°N, 84.6438°W |
| County FIPS | 13067 |