Georgia · Metropolitan Area
Lakeland is a small town in Georgia with a population of 2,943. Residents earn $29,520 per year, which is 61% below the national average.
Based on current data, Lakeland receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lakeland has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Lakeland is $29,520, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 40.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Lakeland is $145,900, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $859 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 528 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,348 per 100,000, near the national average.
10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Lakeland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 96.5% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.5% |
| 74% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $29,520 |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $15,302 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $858 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $46,454 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 40.1% |
| 223% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 127 |
| County GDP | $194M |
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Healthcare | 14 |
| Retail | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,492 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.71% |
| Commute Time | 16.7 min |
| Work from Home | 15.0% |
| Census Median | $145,900 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $177,152 |
| Median List Price | $214,400 |
| Median List Price | $214,400 |
| $/Sq Ft | $132 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.2% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 16 |
| Census Median Rent | $859 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 43.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,492 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.71% |
| Obesity | 45.3% |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.7% |
| Heart Disease | 8.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.4% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 10.8% |
| Stroke | 5.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.5% |
| Depression | 22.1% |
| Mental Distress | 21.9% |
| Physical Distress | 18.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.4% |
| Premature Death | 9,926/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 14 |
| Total Violent | 528.3/100K |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 88.1/100K |
| Robbery | 88.1/100K |
| Assault | 352.2/100K |
| Total Property | 2,348.1/100K |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 909.9/100K |
| Theft | 1,174.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 264.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.9°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.2 inches |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 949/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.0408°N, 83.0747°W |
| County FIPS | 13173 |
Winner: Republican by 46.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.8% |
| 68% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 949/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 14 |
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Retail Stores | 23 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 16.7 min |
| Work from Home | 15.0% |