Georgia · Metropolitan Area
South Fulton is a large city in Georgia with a population of 109,157. Residents earn $81,798 per year, which is 9% above the national average.
Based on current data, South Fulton receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. South Fulton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in South Fulton is $81,798, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in South Fulton is $270,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,607 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Educational attainment is solid, with 38.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
South Fulton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 92.4% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.6% |
| 43% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $81,798 |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,548 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,481 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $40,293 |
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.7% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,233 |
| County GDP | $26,282M |
| Restaurants | 466 |
| Healthcare | 471 |
| Retail | 756 |
| Manufacturing | 93 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,431 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.27% |
| Commute Time | 32.6 min |
| Work from Home | 16.4% |
| Census Median | $270,600 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Median List Price | $320,000 |
| Median List Price | $320,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $147 |
| Homes Sold | 102 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.1% |
| Price Drops | 24.9% |
| Inventory | 555 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,607 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,431 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.27% |
| Obesity | 34.5% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.9% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.6% |
| Depression | 15.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.7% |
| Premature Death | 11,266/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 471 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 59 |
| Annual Average | 63.0°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 294 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 54.8 inches |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 889 ft (271 m) |
| Area | 92.8 sq mi (240.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,176/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6357°N, 84.5834°W |
| County FIPS | 13063 |
Winner: Democrat by 69.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 38.9% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,176/sq mi |
| Total Area | 92.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 471 |
| Restaurants | 466 |
| Retail Stores | 756 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 59 |
| Avg Commute | 32.6 min |
| Work from Home | 16.4% |