Oak Park, GA

Georgia

Oak Park is a small town in Georgia with a population of 462. Residents earn $38,846 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
462 Population 65/sq mi density
$38,846 Median Income $18,499 per capita
$70,700 Home Value
$770 Median Rent 27.0% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$38,846 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,700 home value, $770/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,846
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $70,700
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $770
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population462
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density65/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$38,846
Per Capita$18,499
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$153M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,700
Rent$770
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units228
Rent Burden27.0%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured18.2%
Smoking18.0%
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation249 ft (76 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+83.6%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute28 min
Broadband79.7%
Libraries1

Is Oak Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oak Park receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Oak Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oak Park is $38,846, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oak Park is $70,700, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $770 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Oak Park enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Oak Park has a population of 462 with a density of 65 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 4.1% Hispanic.

Population

462
Total Population
65
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
7.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Oak Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oak Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oak Park is $38,846, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Oak Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,846
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,499
Avg Weekly Wage$926
IRS Avg AGI$50,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)102
County GDP$153M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare8
Retail19
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,756
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Oak Park is $70,700, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $770 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,700
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$770
34% below US avg
Rent Burden27.0%

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-Occupied65.1%
Housing Units228
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,756
21% below US avg
Effective Rate3.90%
In Oak Park, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Oak Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.9%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.4%
Uninsured18.2%
112% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits52.6%
Premature Death14,605/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access62.9%
Healthcare Facilities8
Oak Park has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.8°F
24% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Area7.1 sq mi (18.3 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates32.3644°N, 82.3240°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS13283
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.4-point margin. 79.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 44.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+83.6%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density65/sq mi
Total Area7.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants5
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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