North Decatur, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 9/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
18,460 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
74.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$110,366 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$459,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$799 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,657 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.2% 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 46
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 35% leaning right.

Liberal (62%) (35%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 27%
Hillary Clinton 67%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, GA State Senate District 42, GA State House District 82, GA
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Schools

International Community School
<1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Laurel Ridge Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 3.2 star
Hess Academy
<1 miles, SW
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Colleges

DeVry University-Georgia
2 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Emory University
2 miles, W • 4.1 star
Agnes Scott College
3 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Emory Decatur Hospital
1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Emory University Hospital
2 miles, W • 3.2 star
Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center
6 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Airports

Columbus Airport
97 miles, SW • 1 star
Lovell Field
100 miles, N • 1.4 star
Augusta Regional Airport at Bush Field
137 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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