Douglasville, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Douglasville is a mid-size city in Georgia with a population of 36,284. Residents earn $76,591 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
36,284 Population 1,583/sq mi density
$76,591 Median Income $36,995 per capita
$313,500 Home Value $301,922 Zillow
$1,457 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
579 Violent Crime/100K 6,399 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$76,591 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$313,500 home value, $1,457/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
579 violent crimes/100K (52% above avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,591
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $313,500
11% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 579/100K
52% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.7%
9% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,457
25% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

How Douglasville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population36,284
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density1,583/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 25%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,591
Per Capita$36,995
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$8,179M
Commute32 min

Housing

A
Home Value$313,500
Rent$1,457
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$301,922

Crime

F
Violent579/100K
Property6,399/100K
Murder15.6/100K
Assault439/100K
Burglary542/100K

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Elevation1,043 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.7%
High School+93.6%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 65%
Commute32 min
EV Stations8
Libraries3

Is Douglasville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Douglasville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Douglasville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Douglasville is $76,591, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Douglasville is $313,500, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,457 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 579 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,399 per 100,000, 227% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Douglasville 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.

Douglasville has a population of 36,284 with a density of 1,583 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (65.5%), with 25.4% White.

Population

36,284
Total Population
1,583
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
22.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Douglasville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.3%
23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Douglasville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Douglasville is $76,591, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Douglasville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,591
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,995
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$58,857

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,527
County GDP$8,179M

Business (County)

Restaurants275
Healthcare332
Retail438
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,137
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.2 min
Work from Home12.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Douglasville is $313,500, 11% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,457 (25% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,922.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$313,500
11% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$301,922
Median List Price$339,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$339,950
$/Sq Ft$147
Homes Sold21
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops27.3%
Inventory194

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,457
25% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,882

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,137
18% above US avg
Effective Rate1.32%
In Douglasville, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Douglasville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.4%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression17.9%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.4%
Checkup Rate79.6%
Premature Death8,876/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access76.2%
Healthcare Facilities332
Douglasville has a violent crime rate of 579 per 100,000 residents, 52% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,399 per 100,000 (227% above US avg). The murder rate is 15.6 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Douglasville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent579.2/100K
52% above US avg
Murder15.6/100K
147% above US avg
Rape15.6/100K
Robbery109.0/100K
Assault439.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property6,399.5/100K
227% above US avg
Burglary541.9/100K
Theft5,574.2/100K
Vehicle Theft283.4/100K
Arson15.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Douglasville 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 Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.2 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,043 ft (318 m)
Area22.9 sq mi (59.4 km²)
Population Density1,583/sq mi
Coordinates33.7368°N, 84.7011°W
County FIPS13097
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 36.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 31.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.9%
D 65.4%

Winner: Democrat by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.7%
9% above US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score4.92
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,583/sq mi
Total Area22.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations11
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities332
Restaurants275
Retail Stores438

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.2 min
Work from Home12.6%

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