East Point, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

East Point is a mid-size city in Georgia with a population of 38,233. Residents earn $58,983 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
38,233 Population 2,596/sq mi density
$58,983 Median Income $35,646 per capita
$247,500 Home Value $229,687 Zillow
$1,314 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
1,291 Violent Crime/100K 10,454 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$58,983 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$247,500 home value, $1,314/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,291 violent crimes/100K (240% above avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,983
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $247,500
12% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,291/100K
240% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,314
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.7%
59% higher than US avg

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

People

Population38,233
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density2,596/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 12%

Economy

C+
Median Income$58,983
Per Capita$35,646
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty19.7%
County GDP$243,563M
Commute30 min

Housing

A
Home Value$247,500
Rent$1,314
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$229,687

Crime

F
Violent1,291/100K
Property10,454/100K
Murder16.7/100K
Assault459/100K
Burglary2,602/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.6%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Elevation1,001 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.2%
High School+89.6%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 72%
Commute30 min
EV Stations5
Libraries32

Is East Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Point receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. East Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Point is $58,983, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Point is $247,500, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,314 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 1,291 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 10,454 per 100,000, 433% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

East Point enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

East Point has a population of 38,233 with a density of 2,596 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (77%), with 12.1% White.

Population

38,233
Total Population
2,596
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
14.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

East Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.4%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.6%
13% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Point is $58,983, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: East Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,983
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,646
Avg Weekly Wage$1,939
IRS Avg AGI$143,914

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.7%
59% above US avg
Establishments (County)72,716
County GDP$243,563M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,816
Healthcare4,568
Retail3,777
Manufacturing655

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,336
138% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Work from Home17.0%

Walkability

The median home value in East Point is $247,500, 12% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,314 (13% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $229,687.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$247,500
12% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$229,687
Median List Price$315,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$315,000
$/Sq Ft$163
Homes Sold29
Sale-to-List Ratio96.4%
Price Drops27.5%
Inventory182

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,314
13% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,516

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-Occupied43.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,336
138% above US avg
Effective Rate3.37%
In East Point, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.6% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes15.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure41.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.3%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.4%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression16.6%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.4%
Checkup Rate79.2%
Premature Death8,075/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access93.8%
Healthcare Facilities4,568
East Point has a violent crime rate of 1,291 per 100,000 residents, 240% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 10,454 per 100,000 (433% above US avg). The murder rate is 16.7 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,291.4/100K
240% above US avg
Murder16.7/100K
165% above US avg
Rape55.7/100K
Robbery759.8/100K
Assault459.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property10,454.0/100K
433% above US avg
Burglary2,602.4/100K
Theft6,331.9/100K
Vehicle Theft1,519.7/100K
Arson5.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)145

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
East Point has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall2.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)
Area14.7 sq mi (38.2 km²)
Population Density2,596/sq mi
Coordinates33.6711°N, 84.4734°W
County FIPS13121
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 36.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 44.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 27%
D 71.9%

Winner: Democrat by 44.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.2%
7% above US avg
High School+89.6%
School Test Score4.92
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,596/sq mi
Total Area14.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries32
Healthcare Facilities4,568
Restaurants3,816
Retail Stores3,777

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)145
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Work from Home17.0%

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