Druid Hills, GA
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
7/10
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Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
10/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Education Hub. The area boasts numerous high-quality colleges and universities within close proximity, offering a wide range of academic opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
8,278
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
84.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$140,466
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$790,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$975
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,782
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
DeKalb County
5
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
4
Georgia
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
DeKalb County
7
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
5
Georgia
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5 | 0 | 42 |
| Feb | 5 | 0 | 45 |
| Mar | 5 | 0 | 53 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 76 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 79 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 78 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 62 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 53 |
| Dec | 4 | 0 | 44 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 61% of residents leaning left and 34% leaning right.
Liberal (62%) (34%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 25%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 5, GA State Senate District 42, GA State House District 89, GASchools
Fernbank Elementary School
<1 miles, SE
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2.3
Paideia School
<1 miles, SW
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5
Druid Hills High School
1 miles, E
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2.8
UHS of Laurel Heights
1 miles, W
•
3.2
Colleges
Emory University
<1 miles, NE
•
4.1
DeVry University-Georgia
2 miles, SE
•
2.3
Agnes Scott College
2 miles, SE
•
1.9
The Creative Circus
3 miles, N
•
4.6
Hospitals
Emory University Hospital
<1 miles, NE
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3.2
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Egleston
<1 miles, NE
Emory Decatur Hospital
3 miles, E
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1.4
Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center
3 miles, W
•
1.4
Airports
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
12 miles, SW
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5
Columbus Airport
94 miles, SW
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1
Lovell Field
100 miles, N
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1.4
Augusta Regional Airport at Bush Field
139 miles, SE
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1.4