Locust Grove, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Henry County County
Locust Grove, GA
At a Glance
How Locust Grove Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Locust Grove's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Locust Grove a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Locust Grove residents earn a median household income of $72,563 , which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,797. The unemployment rate stands at 9.0% (150% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,514 business establishments, including 508 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Locust Grove is $261,500 , 7% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $321,017. Median rent is $1,490/month, with 29.8% 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 2003.
Safety & Crime
Locust Grove reports 276 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 27% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,989/100K.
Education
25.5% of adults in Locust Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below the national average). 95.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Locust Grove has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.