Atlanta

Atlanta, Georgia Overview

Atlanta scores 51.7/100 overall (C+), ranking #9 of 20 cities in Georgia — above the state composite of 51.5. Transportation is the city’s relative strength at 71/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 8/100.

Income & Employment in Atlanta

Households in Atlanta earn a median of $85,880 — 20% above the state median — but the 3.9% unemployment rate sits above the statewide 3.5%, suggesting the job market doesn’t match the income figures.

Safety in Atlanta

With a violent crime rate of 709.3 per 100,000, Atlanta exceeds the Georgia average of 368. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 3917.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Atlanta

Atlanta has a cost of living index of 100.9 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $420,600. Median monthly rent is $1,617. Renters spend 22.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Atlanta

The adult obesity rate in Atlanta is 29.3% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.6%. Residents report an average of 17.2 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Georgia ranks #34 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Atlanta

Atlanta has a high school graduation rate of 82.5%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $19,219 per student, well above the national median. The city has 138 public schools serving 94,230 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Atlanta

Atlanta enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 62.8°F. Summers average 77.5°F. Winters average 49.7°F. Precipitation is abundant at 55.6 inches per year. 23.2% of workers in Atlanta work from home, well above the national average.

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