DeKalb County, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
762,105 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
46.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,683 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$331,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$677 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,362 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
4
Georgia
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
5
Georgia
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 41
Feb 5 0 45
Mar 5 0 52
Apr 3 0 60
May 4 0 68
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 3 0 61
Nov 4 0 52
Dec 4 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 73% of residents leaning left and 23% leaning right.

Liberal (74%) (23%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 17%
Hillary Clinton 80%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, GA State Senate District 41, GA State House District 85, GA
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Schools

Dunaire Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 1 star
Rowland Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 1 star
Allgood Elementary School
1 miles, E • 1.4 star
DeKalb Preparatory Academy Charter
1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Georgia Piedmont Technical College
1 miles, N • 1.4 star
Pro Way Hair School
2 miles, NE • 1 star
Agnes Scott College
4 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Emory Decatur Hospital
4 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Emory University Hospital
6 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Columbus Airport
96 miles, SW • 1 star
Lovell Field
104 miles, N • 1.4 star
Augusta Regional Airport at Bush Field
133 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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