Lavonia, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Franklin County County
Lavonia, GA
At a Glance
How Lavonia Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lavonia's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lavonia a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lavonia residents earn a median household income of $34,526 , which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,678. The unemployment rate stands at 11.3% (214% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 610 business establishments, including 57 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lavonia is $173,600 , 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $319,922. Median rent is $806/month, with 36.6% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Lavonia reports 551 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 45% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,075/100K.
Education
25.5% of adults in Lavonia hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below the national average). 82.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lavonia has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches.