Median Income
$85,625
14% higher than US avg
Home Value
$197,600
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment
7.8%
117% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Buckhead Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population223
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density82/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Economy
B+
Median Income$85,625
Per Capita$34,746
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,289M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$197,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$511,891
Health
Obesity30.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease4.4%
Climate
Avg Temp68°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation16 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 41% / D 58%
Commute24 min
Libraries2
Is Buckhead a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Buckhead receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Buckhead offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Buckhead is $85,625, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Buckhead is $197,600, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Buckhead enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Buckhead has a population of 223 with a density of 82 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.3%), with 22.4% Black.
Population
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.1% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.9% |
| 34% below US avg |
The median household income in Buckhead is $85,625, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $85,625 |
| 14% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,746 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $992 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,200 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.8% |
| 117% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,111 |
| County GDP | $5,289M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 131 |
| Healthcare | 107 |
| Retail | 184 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,372 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.71% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.4 min |
| Work from Home | 6.4% |
The median home value in Buckhead is $197,600, 30% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $511,891.
Home Values
| Census Median | $197,600 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $511,891 |
| Median List Price | $509,950 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $509,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $215 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.1% |
| Price Drops | 12.5% |
| Inventory | 24 |
Rental Costs
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) | $3,372 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.71% |
In Buckhead, 30.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 16.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Buckhead vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.0% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 4.6% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.9% |
| Depression | 19.7% |
| Mental Distress | 15.1% |
| Physical Distress | 11.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,510/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 107 |
Crime Rates: Buckhead vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Buckhead has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
51°F Jan (10°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above US avg |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 48.1 inches |
| 27% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 82/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.8618°N, 81.2603°W |
| County FIPS | 13179 |