South Fulton, GA

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.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
109,157 Population 1,176/sq mi density
$81,798 Median Income $36,548 per capita
$270,600 Home Value
$1,607 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature 294 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$81,798 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$270,600 home value, $1,607/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,798
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $270,600
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.9%
15% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,607
38% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population109,157
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density1,176/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 4%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,798
Per Capita$36,548
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$26,282M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$270,600
Rent$1,607
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.5%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain54.8 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation889 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.9%
High School+93.0%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 15% / D 84%
Commute33 min
Libraries7

Is South Fulton a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

South Fulton has a population of 109,157 with a density of 1,176 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (91.4%), with 3.6% White.

Population

109,157
Total Population
1,176
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
92.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

South Fulton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Fulton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Fulton is $81,798, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: South Fulton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,798
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,548
Avg Weekly Wage$1,481
IRS Avg AGI$40,293

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,233
County GDP$26,282M

Business (County)

Restaurants466
Healthcare471
Retail756
Manufacturing93

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Work from Home16.4%

Walkability

The median home value in South Fulton is $270,600, 4% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,607 (38% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$270,600
4% below US avg
Median List Price$320,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$320,000
$/Sq Ft$147
Homes Sold102
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops24.9%
Inventory555

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,607
38% above US avg

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-Occupied70.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Effective Rate1.27%
In South Fulton, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.5% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: South Fulton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure39.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.0%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.3%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression15.5%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Checkup Rate80.7%
Premature Death11,266/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access73.0%
Healthcare Facilities471

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59

Safety Score

South Fulton has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.8 inches. The area enjoys 294 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.8 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation889 ft (271 m)
Area92.8 sq mi (240.5 km²)
Population Density1,176/sq mi
Coordinates33.6357°N, 84.5834°W
County FIPS13063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 38.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 69.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 15.1%
D 84.3%

Winner: Democrat by 69.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.9%
15% above US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score4.92
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,176/sq mi
Total Area92.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants466
Retail Stores756

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Work from Home16.4%

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