Lakeview Estates, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Lakeview Estates is a small town in Georgia with a population of 3,057. Residents earn $45,589 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
3,057 Population 5,994/sq mi density
$45,589 Median Income $30,323 per capita
$38,400 Home Value
$641 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$45,589 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$38,400 home value, $641/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,589
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $38,400
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $641
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 58.2%
369% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,057
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density5,994/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 33%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,589
Per Capita$30,323
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty58.2%
County GDP$5,909M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$38,400
Rent$641
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.8%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Elevation821 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+60.0%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 26% / D 73%
Commute31 min
Libraries1

Is Lakeview Estates a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lakeview Estates receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lakeview Estates offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lakeview Estates is $45,589, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 58.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lakeview Estates is $38,400, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $641 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lakeview Estates enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Lakeview Estates has a population of 3,057 with a density of 5,994 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (32.5%), with 4.8% Black.

Population

3,057
Total Population
5,994
People / sq mi
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lakeview Estates vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only14.7%
81% below US avg
Spanish85.3%
537% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lakeview Estates vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lakeview Estates is $45,589, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 58.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Lakeview Estates vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,589
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,323
Avg Weekly Wage$1,179
IRS Avg AGI$55,886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate58.2%
369% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,636
County GDP$5,909M

Business (County)

Restaurants203
Healthcare311
Retail333
Manufacturing78

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,851
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate10.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lakeview Estates is $38,400, 86% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $641 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$38,400
86% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$641
45% below US avg

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-Occupied26.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,851
10% above US avg
Effective Rate10.03%
In Lakeview Estates, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.8% report depression. 41.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lakeview Estates vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes18.3%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma8.8%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.0%
Physical Inactivity41.9%
Depression17.8%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress18.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate47.6%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death9,532/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities311

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Lakeview Estates has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation821 ft (250 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density5,994/sq mi
Coordinates33.7050°N, 84.0377°W
County FIPS13247
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 47.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 25.9%
D 73.4%

Winner: Democrat by 47.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+60.0%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,994/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities311
Restaurants203
Retail Stores333

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Work from Home1.0%

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