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LaFayette, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Walker County County
LaFayette, GA
At a Glance
How LaFayette Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows LaFayette's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is LaFayette a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
LaFayette residents earn a median household income of $39,820 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,747. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 915 business establishments, including 67 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in LaFayette is $135,100 , 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $216,525. Median rent is $812/month, with 28.3% 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 1967.
Safety & Crime
LaFayette reports 198 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 48% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,027/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
9.8% of adults in LaFayette hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below the national average). 87.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
LaFayette has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.