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Porterdale, GA

Georgia · Newton County · Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro

Porterdale is a small town in Georgia with a population of 1,291. Residents earn $41,635 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,291 Population 542/sq mi density
$41,635 Median Income $19,808 per capita
$164,100 Home Value $175,958 Zillow
$1,106 Median Rent 47.4% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
1,303 Violent Crime/100K 2,195 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$41,635 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$164,100 home value, $1,106/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,303 violent crimes/100K (243% above avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $41,635
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $164,100
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,303/100K
243% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,106
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.2%
176% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,291
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density542/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,635
Per Capita$19,808
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty34.2%
County GDP$4,592M
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$164,100
Rent$1,106
Ownership39.2%
Zillow$175,958
Housing Units710
Rent Burden47.4%

Crime

F
Violent1,303/100K
Property2,195/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault1,097/100K
Burglary549/100K

Health

Obesity41.2%
Uninsured13.9%
Smoking16.7%
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation665 ft (203 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+69.3%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score4.67

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute31 min
Broadband91.5%
EV Stations11
Libraries3

Is Porterdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Porterdale receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Porterdale has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Porterdale is $41,635, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 34.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Porterdale is $164,100, 42% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,106 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 1,303 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,195 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Porterdale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Porterdale has a population of 1,291 with a density of 542 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.8% female and 44.2% male. The city is predominantly White (64.7%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 29.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.4% of residents. 7.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 26.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,291
Total Population
542
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Porterdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Porterdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Porterdale is $41,635, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,808 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,056, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,169 business establishments, including 148 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.3, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 7.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Porterdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,635
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,808
Avg Weekly Wage$1,056
IRS Avg AGI$55,314
Gini Index0.410 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate34.2%
176% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,169
County GDP$4,592M

Business (County)

Restaurants148
Healthcare167
Retail246
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,933
12% above US avg
Cost of Living96.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.1 min
Drive Alone68.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Porterdale is $164,100, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,958. Homes sell for 93.4% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,106 (5% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,023 for a one-bedroom to $1,203 for a two-bedroom apartment. 39.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 710 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $3,933. 47.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,100
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$175,958
Median List Price$200,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$200,000
$/Sq Ft$75
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio93.4%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory15

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,106
5% below US avg
Rent Burden47.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Homeownership39.2%
Owner-Occupied39.2%
Renter-Occupied60.8%
Housing Units710
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,933
12% above US avg
Effective Rate2.40%
In Porterdale, 41.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 37.5% have high blood pressure. 16.7% are current smokers. 15.5% report binge drinking. 30.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 21.2% report depression. 19.9% experience frequent mental distress. 13.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,272. The dentist ratio is 1:4,901. 58.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure37.5%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.1%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Uninsured13.9%
62% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,272
Dentists1:4,901
Mental Health1:939
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits55.7%
Premature Death10,380/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access58.8%
Healthcare Facilities167
Porterdale has a violent crime rate of 1,303 per 100,000 residents, 243% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 1,097.4 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 205.8. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,195 per 100,000, 12% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,578, burglary at 549, vehicle theft at 69 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Porterdale receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,303.2/100K
243% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape205.8/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault1,097.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,194.8/100K
12% above US avg
Burglary548.7/100K
Theft1,577.5/100K
Vehicle Theft68.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Porterdale enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44. The city sits at an elevation of 665 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation665 ft (203 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density542/sq mi
Coordinates33.5737°N, 83.8948°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyNewton County County
Nearest AirportHartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)
31 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.5"
33% above US avg
Snowfall 1.3"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.43"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.23"

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score50.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience43.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M2.5 on Sep 12, 2022.

Jan 18, 2000 11 km SSE of Gray, Georgia M3.5 83 km
Mar 18, 2003 11 km S of Rayle, Georgia M3.5 94 km
Jan 3, 1992 4 km ENE of Willington, South Carolina M3.4 144 km
Dec 7, 2009 4 km WNW of Deepstep, Georgia M3.2 102 km
Apr 4, 2009 15 km N of Milledgeville, Georgia M3.1 76 km
Apr 26, 2013 9 km E of Lincolnton, Georgia M2.8 142 km
Apr 6, 2017 6 km WSW of Sparta, Georgia M2.7 87 km
Sep 2, 2001 10 km SW of Plum Branch, South Carolina M2.7 145 km
Jul 4, 2012 11 km NNE of Deepstep, Georgia M2.7 103 km
Apr 23, 1993 14 km E of Mount Zion, Georgia M2.7 99 km
May 3, 2011 6 km WNW of Mitchell, Georgia M2.6 111 km
Sep 12, 2022 13 km NE of Jackson, Georgia M2.5 22 km
May 18, 2015 0 km NNW of Crawfordville, Georgia M2.5 92 km
Apr 6, 2017 6 km WSW of Sparta, Georgia M2.5 86 km
Apr 7, 2013 7 km NNE of Lincolnton, Georgia M2.5 137 km
Mar 25, 2010 9 km ESE of Lincolnton, Georgia M2.5 141 km
Aug 18, 1993 2 km NNW of Lakeview Estates, Georgia M2.5 21 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Helene (2024, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Helene Category 1 259 km
2018 Michael Category 3 164 km
1995 Opal Category 1 293 km
1989 Hugo Category 1 286 km
1985 Kate Category 1 234 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

455 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 49 fatalities, 1,198 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 22, 1992 EF4 81 km 0
Nov 22, 1992 EF4 60 km 5
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 97 km 6
Jan 12, 2023 EF3 71 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF3 62 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF3 90 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 76 km 2
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 78 km 2
Apr 10, 2009 EF3 94 km 0
Feb 18, 2009 EF3 100 km 1
Feb 18, 2009 EF3 96 km 0
Mar 1, 2007 EF3 95 km 0
Jan 2, 2006 EF3 70 km 0
Mar 20, 1998 EF3 90 km 12
Feb 21, 1993 EF3 84 km 0
Mar 29, 1991 EF3 76 km 0
Mar 5, 1989 EF3 93 km 0
Mar 24, 1975 EF3 63 km 3
Dec 13, 1973 EF3 81 km 0
May 28, 1973 EF3 41 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (5,084 ac, 2015).

Year Name Acres Distance
2015 UNNAMED 5,084 63 km
2010 COMPT 163 4,755 49 km
2021 UNNAMED 3,808 54 km
2007 14A-14B-15A-16E-17E 3,397 54 km
2006 10 A 11 E 11 W RX BURN 2,969 52 km
2007 UNNAMED 2,753 59 km
1988 COMP 10 2,588 52 km
2015 UNNAMED 2,574 56 km
2010 COMPT 2 2,505 60 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,433 55 km
2010 COMPT 120 2,412 49 km
1999 COMP 1312 2,401 52 km
2018 COMPARTMENT 4 5 6 7 8 2,386 62 km
2019 UNNAMED 2,294 45 km
2018 UNNAMED 2,286 59 km
2009 30 2,195 64 km
2021 UNNAMED 2,143 58 km
2018 UNNAMED 2,101 56 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,077 45 km
2019 COMPARTMENT 107 2,058 39 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 5.0 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 4.6 in
March 54°F (12°C) 5.4 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 3.8 in
May 69°F (21°C) 4.0 in
June 76°F (24°C) 3.7 in
July 80°F (27°C) 4.7 in Warmest
August 78°F (26°C) 3.9 in
September 73°F (23°C) 3.3 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in Driest
November 53°F (12°C) 3.6 in
December 46°F (8°C) 4.1 in

Porterdale has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 43°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and October the driest (3.2").

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Porterdale is located in Newton County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 20.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% below the national average of 33.7%. 69.3% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 57.3% of the vote, a 15.1-point margin. 91.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 11 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 167 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 68.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.2%
D 57.3%

Winner: Democrat by 15.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.2%
40% below US avg
High School+69.3%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score4.67
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density542/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi
CountyNewton County County

Services

Broadband Access91.5%
Avg Download Speed185.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed40.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations11
Alt Fuel Stations15
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities167
Restaurants148
Retail Stores246

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.1 min
Drive Alone68.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%
Average costs for common services in Porterdale. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit $337 ($193–$530)
Urgent Care Visit $193 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit $2,119 ($770–$4,815)
Dental Cleaning $125 ($72–$193)
Dental Filling $241 ($144–$385)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $72 ($48–$116)
Brake Pad Replacement $289 ($144–$482)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4) $578 ($385–$963)
Battery Replacement $193 ($96–$337)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair $385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install $6,741 ($3,852–$11,556)
Roof Repair $963 ($385–$1,926)
Roof Replacement $8,667 ($5,297–$14,445)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,445 ($482–$3,371)
Divorce (Contested) $14,445 ($4,815–$28,890)
DUI Defense $4,815 ($1,926–$9,630)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,445 ($770–$2,889)
Will Preparation $482 ($193–$963)
Trust Preparation $2,408 ($963–$4,815)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full) $144 ($72–$241)
Manicure $24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $77 ($48–$125)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.95 ($2.89–$5.30)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.37 ($2.41–$4.82)
Loaf of Bread $3.66 ($2.41–$5.30)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.33 ($2.89–$6.26)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.30 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb) $0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $67 ($39–$116)
Internet (Monthly) $67 ($39–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly) $82 ($48–$144)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $193 ($72–$482)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,926 ($1,156–$3,371)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($14–$72)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,156 ($578–$2,408)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $963 ($482–$1,926)
After-School Care (Monthly) $385 ($193–$674)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $963 ($385–$2,408)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,038 ($4,815–$28,890)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $96 ($48–$193)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter $289 ($144–$482)
Cat Spay/Neuter $193 ($96–$385)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$619
Toddler$576
Preschool$553
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$563
Toddler$485
Preschool$489
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Newton County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 4,389 110 $70,797 1.93
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,386 185 $51,084 0.85
Retail Trade 3,240 248 $32,334 1.17
Accommodation & Food Services 2,887 171 $21,968 1.15
Construction 1,933 270 $71,585 1.33
Wholesale Trade 1,636 88 $92,551 1.50
Administrative & Waste Services 1,193 134 $41,250 0.73
Professional & Technical Services 1,005 189 $60,454 0.52
Other Services 613 123 $34,074 0.73
Finance & Insurance 475 80 $76,005 0.42
Educational Services 391 17 $41,786 0.68
Information & Technology 365 40 $67,191 0.70
Management of Companies 299 6 $88,497 0.64
Real Estate 265 95 $66,485 0.62
Arts & Entertainment 234 24 $22,037 0.50
Unclassified 90 195 $51,200 2.33
Agriculture & Forestry 52 9 $48,597 0.23

Radio Stations near Porterdale

17 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Conyers Old Time Radio christmas, d-day MP3 64 kbps
CNN International Audio news, tv audio AAC 98 kbps
99x Atlanta AAC alternative AAC+ 48 kbps
680 The Fan news, talk AAC+ 64 kbps
wuga classical, folk MP3 128 kbps
Biltmore Radio AAC+ 32 kbps
Big Shot Radio AAC+ 64 kbps
Atlanta 96 Rock UNKNOWN
Classic Soul 1075 classic soul, neo soul MP3 128 kbps
Smooth Jazz 101.1 smooth jazz MP3
FadeFM Radio - DestinFM MP3 192 kbps
NewLife FM religious AAC+ 64 kbps
2unes Wave Jazz MP3 128 kbps
Extreme Exposure Radio hiphop, new age MP3
Power 96.1 (WWPW) AAC
88.5 WRAS FM GPB public radio AAC+ 256 kbps
WIGO AM 1570 gospel MP3

National Parks Near Porterdale

23 national parks and monuments found near Porterdale.

ParkTypeFee
A. H. Stephens State Park State Park Free
Amicalola Falls State Park State Park Free
Balls Ferry State Park State Park Free
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area National Recreation Area $5
Don Carter State Park State Park Free
F. D. Roosevelt State Park State Park Free
Fort Yargo State Park State Park Free
Hard Labor Creek State Park State Park Free
High Falls State Park State Park Free
Indian Springs State Park State Park Free
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park National Battlefield Park $5
Lake Hartwell State Park State Park Free
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Mossy Creek State Park State Park Free
North Oconee River Greenway State Park Free
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Ocmulgee River Greenway State Park Free
Panola Mountain State Park State Park Free
Scott Hudgens Park State Park Free
Sweetwater Creek State Park State Park Free
Tugaloo State Park State Park Free
Victoria Bryant State Park State Park Free
Watson Mill Bridge State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Porterdale

6 trails found near Porterdale.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
OCMULGEE RIVER UPPER LOOP 10.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KINNARD CREEK TRAIL 3.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RUSH CREEK TRAIL 2.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WISE CREEK SHORTCUT 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WISE CREEK LOOP TRAIL 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BURGESS MOUNTAIN TRAIL 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Porterdale

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MCDANIEL-TICHENOR HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION7702675602$167,519
STONE MOUNTAIN HISTORIC SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 717706954130$13,099
AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION OF NEWTON COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7707880792
HERITAGE PARK MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM101 LAKE DOW ROAD7702887300
HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY OF SOCIAL CIRCLEHISTORIC PRESERVATION403 WEST HIGHTOWER TRAIL
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF WALTON COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONNORTH BROAD STREET7702676663
MONROE CULTURAL & HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
NEWTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
NORTH GEORGIA LIVE STEAMERSHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ROCKDALE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 3517709223740
SABLE ARM IN ACTS OF VALORHISTORY MUSEUM

Libraries in Porterdale

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
HENRY COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM1001 FLORENCE MCGARITY BLVD0.0398,177
NEWTON COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM7116 FLOYD STREET0.0205,450
CONYERS-ROCKDALE LIBRARY SYSTEM864 GREEN STREET0.0181,031

Farmers Markets in Porterdale

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lithonia Farmers Market6920 Main st06/04/2017 to 09/17/2017Sun: 12:00 PM-4:00 PM;YesVisit
Midland Avenue Produce Jam Midland AvenueApril to SeptemberSat:8:30 am - 12:00 pm;
Monroe Farmers MarketCourt St05/14/2016 to 10/08/2016Sat: 8:30 AM-12:30 PM;YesVisit

Restaurants in Porterdale

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aunt Betty's Halal Soul Food
Hibachi Grill Express
Mamie's Kitchen Biscuits
Sabores Del Alma
Waffle House
World of Wings

Theatres in Porterdale

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ellis Ampitheatre

Veterinaries in Porterdale

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wellspring Animal Hospital

Gas Stations in Porterdale

21 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

76
76
BP
BP
Chevron
Chevron
Circle K
Citgo
Exxon
Exxon
Exxon
Exxon
Henderson's Grocery
Kroger
Marathon
Marathon
Shell
Shell
Texaco
Valero
Walmart's Gas Station

Banks in Porterdale

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fifth Third Bank

Gyms in Porterdale

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Workout Anytime

Breweries in Porterdale

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Golden State FoodsFood Brokers, Food Manufacturers, Bread Manufacturers, Beverage Manufacturers, Canned & Frozen Food 1525 Old Covington Rd N E7704830711Visit
Sage City Grillfood and drink, Restaurants, Brewers, Wineries, recreation137 S Broad St7702071166

Cell Towers in Porterdale

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Covington) 25 FIRETOWER RDLTOWER82
(Covington) 25 FIRETOWER RDLTOWER82
7132 MADDOX RDTOWER82
7132 MADDOX RDTOWER82
2509 WILLOW SPRINGS CHURCH RD SE (41715)LTOWER80
4493 Jackson Lake Road (72071)LTOWER79
218 BOY SCOUT RD (122250)MTOWER61
Georgia Hwy 11 (41934)MTOWER60

Fire Stations in Porterdale

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Porterdale Volunteer Fire Department2 Main STVolunteer770-784-1711

Power Plants Near Porterdale

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
VC PORTERDALE HYDROELECTRICCONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRICNOT AVAILABLE-83.9NOT AVAILABLE

Bridges in Porterdale

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196131311,400F
CulvertConcrete19882711,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198818411,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198833011,100G
CulvertConcrete19603910,300G
CulvertConcrete1961219,600F
Tee BeamConcrete19433128,670F
CulvertConcrete1960336,560G
CulvertConcrete1983376,470G
CulvertConcrete1949325,670F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20214505,670G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19724605,050F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19712284,730F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19711804,730F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20151704,660G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20221504,588G
CulvertConcrete1960214,588F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19481704,510F
Tee BeamConcrete1959903,790F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20042233,680G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20171101,490G
CulvertConcrete1970281,450G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19863281,130F
CulvertConcrete1989401,130F
Tee BeamConcrete1989140940G
CulvertConcrete20032430G

Superfund Sites Near Porterdale

6 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CELLEFOAM SOUTHEAST1124 ELLINGTON DRIVEROCKDALE
DART CONTAINER CORPORATION2120 LITHONIA INDUSTRIAL BOULEVARDDEKALB
E.R. CARPENTER COMPANYCONYERS STATION ROADROCKDALE
FARMER WASTE OIL1405 FARMER ROADROCKDALE
GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANYONE WINGFOOT WAYWALTON
SCA PACKING NORTH AMERICA, INC1830 ROCKDALE INDUSTRIAL BOULEVARDROCKDALE

Airports Near Porterdale

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International AirportATLLarge Airport
Athens Ben Epps AirportAHNMedium Airport
Cobb County International Airport-McCollum FieldMedium Airport
DeKalb Peachtree AirportPDKMedium Airport
Dobbins Air Reserve BaseMGEMedium Airport
Fulton County Airport Brown FieldFTYMedium Airport
3-M's AirportSmall Airport
Aerie AirportSmall Airport
Aiken FieldSmall Airport
Air Acres AirportSmall Airport
Alcovy AirportSmall Airport
Antique Acres AirportSmall Airport
Apalachee Bluff AirparkSmall Airport
Atlanta Speedway AirportSmall Airport
B Tree Farms AirportSmall Airport
Baldwin County Regional AirportMLJSmall Airport
Barrow County AirportWDRSmall Airport
Beaverbrook AerodromeSmall Airport
Beck FieldSmall Airport
Berry Hill AirportSmall Airport
Big T AirportSmall Airport
Broken Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Brook Bridge AerodromeSmall Airport
Brookline - Meadowmere AirportSmall Airport
Brown FieldSmall Airport
C & W Air ParkSmall Airport
Cedar Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Chappell Crook AirportSmall Airport
Cherokee County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Chigger Hill AirportSmall Airport
Chukkar Farm UltralightportSmall Airport
Circle T AirportSmall Airport
Coleman FieldSmall Airport
Covington Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Cox FieldSmall Airport
Deerfield Landing AirportSmall Airport
Deerfield Landing AirportSmall Airport
Diamond S AirportSmall Airport
Doug Bolton FieldSmall Airport
Dream Team AirportSmall Airport
Eagles Landing AirportSmall Airport
Ebeneezer AirportSmall Airport
Fagundes FieldSmall Airport
Flying B Farm AirportSmall Airport
Flying D AirportSmall Airport
Flying H Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Gable Branch AirportSmall Airport
Gorden E Bellah International AirportSmall Airport
Grant AirportSmall Airport
Griffin Spalding County AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Porterdale

11 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
1194 Scott Street
Conyers Police Station
DeKalb County East Precinct Police Station
Emory Police Oxford College
Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division Headquarters2070 Highway 278
Lithonia Police Station
Monroe Police Department140 Blaine Street
Rockdale County Sherrif
Social Circle Police Department138 East Hightower Trail
Stone Mountain Park Police Station
Walton County Sheriff's Office
Walton County Sheriff's Office1425 South Madison Avenue

Grocery Stores in Porterdale

33 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
A-one Food MartConvenience Store2299 Highway 212
AP Food MartConvenience Store2527 Highway 81 S
BELL'S DISCOUNT GROCSSupermarket11377 Brown Bridge Rd
BONDS BPConvenience Store8145 Washington St SW
C&ds Eats & GrocersConvenience Store52 S Broad Street Porterdale
Covington Food MartConvenience Store4179B Highway 278 NW
Crowell Road LibertyConvenience Store2080B Crowell Rd N
CVS PHARMACY 8419Other4192 Salem Rd
Dollar General 11417Other10734 Highway 36
Dollar General 16153Other7164 Washington St SW
Dollar General 16476Other5505 Highway 81 S
Dollar General 24937Other992 Dry Pond Rd
Family Dollar 11714Other3250 Highway 81 S
Family Dollar 7979Other660 Crowell Rd
Henderson'sGrocery Store11874 Highway 36
KWICKIE/FLASH FOODS 249Convenience Store4175 Salem Rd
Kwik StopConvenience Store11230 Highway 36
Liberty Food Mart 2Convenience Store11408 Brown Bridge Rd
Marathon Food MartConvenience Store2083 Crowell Rd N
Murphy USA 7572Convenience Store4230 Salem Rd
Narrow Way FarmFarmers and Markets275 Stroud Rd
Oak Hills BPConvenience Store3300 Highway 81 S
Parin IncConvenience Store31 Crowell Rd
PUBLIX 0744Supermarket13015 BROWN BRIDGE RD
Pure Food MartConvenience Store50 Morningside Dr
Rocky Plains GroceryConvenience Store2310 Highway 212
Salem Food MartConvenience Store5890 Salem Rd
Shell Food MartConvenience Store8109 Washington St SW
Shell Porterdale IncConvenience Store52 S Broad St
The Meat HouseSpecialty Store10698 Covington by Pass Rd
Turner Lake MarathonConvenience Store6206 Turner Lake Rd SW
Utopian Mini MartGrocery Store2371 Access Rd
Walmart 4558Super Store4200 SALEM RD

Treatment Centers in Porterdale

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alliance Recovery Center - ConyersSubstance Abuse770-922-4482
Atlanta Intervention Network IncSubstance Abuse770-713-8580
Ridgeview Institute of MonroeSubstance Abuse678-635-3500
Rockdale House for MenSubstance Abuse770-483-3984
Southeastern Psychological Assoc IncBoth678-712-6520
View Point Health - Newton Mental Health CenterBoth678-209-2600

Churches & Religious Organizations in Porterdale

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
DAUGHTERS NOW ARISE INCPO BOX 575
GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH474 CROWELL RD
LIVINGSTON CHAPEL95 BETHANY RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Porterdale

What is the population of Porterdale?

Porterdale has a population of 1,291 residents and is located in Georgia. The population density is 542 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.7 years. The population is 55.8% female and 44.2% male.

Is Porterdale expensive to live in?

Porterdale has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.3 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $41,635, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $164,100 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,106 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Porterdale safe?

Public safety is a concern in Porterdale, with a violent crime rate of 1,303 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,195 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Porterdale receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Porterdale?

Porterdale enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 44.

How is the job market in Porterdale?

The job market in Porterdale is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,056. There are 2,169 business establishments in the area, including 148 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 7.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Porterdale?

The median home value in Porterdale is $164,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,958. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,106. Fair market rent is $1,023 for a 1-bedroom and $1,203 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 39.2%. The average annual property tax is $3,933.

How are the schools in Porterdale?

Schools in Porterdale have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 20.2% of adults in Porterdale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.3% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Porterdale?

The obesity rate in Porterdale is 41.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.7% of adults are smokers. 30.4% are physically inactive. 21.2% of residents report depression. 13.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 58.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,272.

What is transportation like in Porterdale?

The average commute in Porterdale is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 68.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Porterdale?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Porterdale is 64.7% White, 29.4% Black or African American, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino. 97.4% of residents speak only English at home. 7.5% of the population are military veterans. 26.0% of residents have a disability. 85.1% have health insurance coverage.

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