Riverdale, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
14,866 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,627 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$160,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$546 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,059 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Clayton County
6
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

Clayton County
8
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
5
Georgia
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 41
Feb 5 0 46
Mar 5 0 52
Apr 4 0 61
May 4 0 69
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 3 0 61
Nov 4 0 52
Dec 4 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 84% of residents leaning left and 13% leaning right.

Liberal (86%) (13%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 8%
Hillary Clinton 91%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, GA State Senate District 34, GA State House District 79, GA
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Schools

Riverdale Middle School
<1 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Church Street Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
Riverdale High School
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Omnitech Institute
4 miles, N • 1.4 star
Empire Beauty School-Morrow
5 miles, E • 1 star
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Hospitals

Southern Regional Medical Center
2 miles, E • 2.3 star
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
10 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Columbus Airport
79 miles, SW • 1 star
Lovell Field
111 miles, N • 1.4 star
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