Mableton, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Mableton is a mid-size city in Georgia with a population of 42,403. Residents earn $84,662 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
42,403 Population 1,168/sq mi density
$84,662 Median Income $41,024 per capita
$306,200 Home Value $349,045 Zillow
$1,399 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$84,662 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$306,200 home value, $1,399/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,662
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $306,200
9% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.7%
12% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,399
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population42,403
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density1,168/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 36%

Economy

A
Median Income$84,662
Per Capita$41,024
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$243,563M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$306,200
Rent$1,399
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$349,045

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Elevation1,050 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.7%
High School+89.2%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 72%
Commute31 min
EV Stations1
Libraries32

Is Mableton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mableton receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Mableton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mableton is $84,662, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mableton is $306,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,399 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mableton 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.

Mableton has a population of 42,403 with a density of 1,168 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (44.3%), with 36.2% White, 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

42,403
Total Population
1,168
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
36.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mableton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.6%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.4%
82% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mableton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mableton is $84,662, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Mableton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,662
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,024
Avg Weekly Wage$1,939
IRS Avg AGI$143,914

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)72,716
County GDP$243,563M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,816
Healthcare4,568
Retail3,777
Manufacturing655

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,336
138% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Work from Home17.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Mableton is $306,200, 9% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,399 (20% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $349,045.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$306,200
9% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$349,045
Median List Price$375,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$375,000
$/Sq Ft$187
Homes Sold66
Sale-to-List Ratio97.4%
Price Drops24.8%
Inventory274

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,399
20% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,903

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-Occupied75.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,336
138% above US avg
Effective Rate2.72%
In Mableton, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.5% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mableton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression17.5%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.6%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death8,075/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access93.8%
Healthcare Facilities4,568

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)145

Safety Score

Mableton 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

Elevation1,050 ft (320 m)
Area36.3 sq mi (94.0 km²)
Population Density1,168/sq mi
Coordinates33.8145°N, 84.5657°W
County FIPS13121
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 44.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 27%
D 71.9%

Winner: Democrat by 44.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.7%
12% above US avg
High School+89.2%
School Test Score4.92
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,168/sq mi
Total Area36.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries32
Healthcare Facilities4,568
Restaurants3,816
Retail Stores3,777

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)145

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Work from Home17.4%

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