South Fulton, GA Local Data & Statistics

State: GA

Total population: 110,471 Household income: $82,324 Rent: $1,702

Overview

Total population

110,471

Rent

$1,702

Year built

2003

Household income

$82,324

Per capita income

$38,061

Poverty rate

9.1%

Unemployment rate

4.4%

Household size

2.7 persons

Rent over 30% of income

53.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Georgia

Total population

110,471

Adults over 25

71,237

Total households

40,323

Household size

2.7 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$82,324

Per capita income

$38,061

Poverty rate

9.1%

Unemployment rate

4.4%

Rent over 30% of income

53.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,702

Year built

2003

Households that rent

28.5%

Households that own

71.5%

Rooms per home (all homes)

6.9

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

3.7%

Black

90.6%

Asian

Two or more races

3.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

3.5%

Not Hispanic or Latino

96.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

82.3%

Commute time to work

32 mins

Work from home

17.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

26.6%

High school graduate or GED

23.7%

Some college or associate degree

10.7%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

39%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of South Fulton, GA with: Georgia United States

South Fulton, GA

Total population110,471

Rent$1,702

Year built2003

Household income$82,324

Per capita income$38,061

Poverty rate9.1%

Unemployment rate4.4%

Georgia State

Total population10,940,407

Rent$1,393

Year built1992

Household income$77,353

Per capita income$40,924

Poverty rate13.4%

Unemployment rate3.5%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CitySouth Fulton, GA	StateGeorgia	CountryUnited States
Total population	110,471	10,940,407	334,922,499
Rent	$1,702	$1,393	$1,413
Year built	2003	1992	1980
Household income	$82,324	$77,353	$80,734
Per capita income	$38,061	$40,924	$44,673
Poverty rate	9.1%	13.4%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	4.4%	3.5%	4%

View the complete comparison of South Fulton, GA, Georgia and United States →

Summary for South Fulton, GA

South Fulton is located in Georgia.

Rent & Income

In South Fulton, the typical monthly rent is $1,702 and the typical household income is $82,324. Rent here is higher than both Georgia and the U.S., and household income is higher than Georgia and similar to the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 9.1%, which is lower than in both Georgia and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 28.5% of households. About 53.7% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is high, with about 39% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 4.4%, which is higher than both Georgia and the national rate.

South Fulton, GA — Rent vs Household Income

How South Fulton, GA compares in Georgia (16 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,702	8 / 16	from lower rent	$931 – $2,257
Household income	$82,324	9 / 16	from higher income	$45,925 – $160,093
Poverty rate	9.1%	6 / 16	from lower poverty	4.2% – 27.5%
Unemployment rate	4.4%	14 / 16	from lower unemployment	2.3% – 4.8%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Georgia with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for South Fulton, GA

Rent

In rent comparisons, South Fulton comes in 8th out of 16 large places. Across Georgia, rents vary from $931 in Albany, GA to $2,257 in Johns Creek, GA.

Household income

Looking at household income, South Fulton places 9th out of 16 significant areas. Incomes across Georgia range between $45,925 in Valdosta, GA and $160,093 in Johns Creek, GA.

Poverty rate

South Fulton places 6th out of 16 large communities for poverty. Statewide figures move from 4.2% in Johns Creek, GA up to 27.5% in Albany, GA.

Unemployment rate

Unemployment levels put South Fulton in 14th place among 16 large places. Statewide unemployment spans from 2.3% in Brookhaven, GA to 4.8% in Albany, GA.

💰 Rent in South Fulton, GA (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,702 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in South Fulton, GA

Annual Household Income: $82,324

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in South Fulton, GA

Estimated Rate: 9.1%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in South Fulton, GA

In South Fulton, GA, households that rent: 11,479 (28.5%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	11,479	28.5%
Owner-Occupied	28,844	71.5%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in South Fulton, GA

In South Fulton, GA, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 6,162 (53.7%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	6,162	53.7%
Other renter households	5,317	46.3%
Total renter households	11,479	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in South Fulton, GA

Less than High School: 18,934 people (26.6%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 16,894 people (23.7%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 7,653 people (10.7%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 27,756 people (39%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 71,237

📊 Unemployment Rate in South Fulton, GA

Estimated Rate: 4.4%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.