Lookout Mountain, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
1,825 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
84.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
83.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$149,688 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$469,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$900 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$984 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Walker County
2
Chattanooga Metro Area
5
Georgia
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Walker County
2
Chattanooga Metro Area
6
Georgia
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 1 39
Feb 5 0 42
Mar 5 0 50
Apr 4 0 58
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 5 0 50
Dec 5 0 41

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (73%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 14, GA State Senate District 53, GA State House District 1, GA
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Schools

Fairyland Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Lookout Mountain Elementary
2 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Chattanooga Valley Middle School
2 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Covenant College
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Erlanger Medical Center
7 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Parkridge Medical Center
7 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Lovell Field
10 miles, E • 1.4 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
97 miles, E • 2.3 star
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