Lithia Springs, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Lithia Springs is a small city in Georgia with a population of 16,138. Residents earn $54,982 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
16,138 Population 1,197/sq mi density
$54,982 Median Income $27,285 per capita
$199,500 Home Value $276,743 Zillow
$1,353 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$54,982 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$199,500 home value, $1,353/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,982
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $199,500
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.5%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,353
16% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

How Lithia Springs Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population16,138
Median Age29.0 yrs
Density1,197/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 33%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,982
Per Capita$27,285
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$8,179M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$199,500
Rent$1,353
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$276,743

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Elevation975 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.5%
High School+88.7%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 65%
Commute31 min
EV Stations9
Libraries3

Is Lithia Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lithia Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lithia Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lithia Springs is $54,982, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lithia Springs is $199,500, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,353 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lithia Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Lithia Springs has a population of 16,138 with a density of 1,197 people per square mile. The median age is 29.0 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (48.9%), with 32.6% White, 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

16,138
Total Population
1,197
People / sq mi
29.0yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
13.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lithia Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.2%
11% below US avg
Spanish29.8%
122% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lithia Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lithia Springs is $54,982, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Lithia Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,982
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,285
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$58,857

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,527
County GDP$8,179M

Business (County)

Restaurants275
Healthcare332
Retail438
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,137
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lithia Springs is $199,500, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,353 (16% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $276,743.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$199,500
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$276,743
Median List Price$314,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$314,900
$/Sq Ft$175
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio96.1%
Price Drops36.4%
Inventory33

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,353
16% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,553

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-Occupied41.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,137
18% above US avg
Effective Rate2.07%
In Lithia Springs, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lithia Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure37.9%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.9%
Checkup Rate78.4%
Premature Death8,876/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access76.2%
Healthcare Facilities332

Crime Rates: Lithia Springs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Lithia Springs has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.2 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation975 ft (297 m)
Area13.5 sq mi (34.9 km²)
Population Density1,197/sq mi
Coordinates33.7825°N, 84.6485°W
County FIPS13097
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 31.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.9%
D 65.4%

Winner: Democrat by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.5%
24% below US avg
High School+88.7%
School Test Score4.92
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,197/sq mi
Total Area13.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations9
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities332
Restaurants275
Retail Stores438

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Work from Home10.9%

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