Lithonia, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
2,614 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,438 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
46 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$171,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$295 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,027 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
28.8% 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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 68% of residents leaning left and 28% leaning right.

Liberal (69%) (29%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 42
Feb 5 0 46
Mar 5 0 53
Apr 4 0 61
May 4 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 2 0 61
Nov 4 0 53
Dec 4 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Lithonia Middle School
<1 miles, NW · 1star
Stoneview Elementary School
<1 miles, W · 1star
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Colleges

Luther Rice College & Seminary
1 miles, SW · 1.9star
Georgia Career Institute
7 miles, SE · 1star
Pro Way Hair School
8 miles, N · 1star
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Hospitals

Emory Hillandale Hospital
2 miles, W · 2.3star
Piedmont Rockdale Hospital
6 miles, SE · 1.4star
Emory Decatur Hospital
12 miles, NW · 1.4star
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Airports

Columbus Airport
96 miles, SW · 1star
Lovell Field
111 miles, N · 1.4star
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