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LaGrange, GA-AL Micro Area

LaGrange, GA-AL · Micro Area

104,522Population

A micropolitan statistical area of 2 counties (1 central, 1 outlying), part of the Atlanta--Athens-Clarke County--Sandy Springs, GA-AL combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$54,888
Median home value
$182,600
Land area
1,011 sq mi
103 people per sq mi

Market now

Counties in this micro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Troup County, GACentral70,330$56,776$217,200
Chambers County, ALOutlying34,192$49,656$135,800

Largest cities and towns

13 places in our city pages lie in this area.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
LaGrange, GACity32,078$43,708
Valley, ALCity10,277$51,661
Lanett, ALCity6,814$42,357
Hogansville, GACity3,246$62,620
La Fayette, ALCity2,633$32,601
Huguley, ALCDP2,577$43,750
Fredonia, ALCDP329—
Waverly, ALTown315$81,953
Abanda, ALCDP257$115,388
Cusseta, ALTown148$80,385
Five Points, ALTown139$76,667
Penton, ALCDP93—
Standing Rock, ALCDP56$44,167

Also in the Atlanta--Athens-Clarke County--Sandy Springs, GA-AL combined area

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
16.5%
Unemployment
5.2%
College Educated
20.7%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income
$54,888
Mean Household Income
$77,775

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male
47.7%
Female
52.3%

Population Split

Male47.7%
Female52.3%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

English9.5%
Irish7.5%
German5.2%
Mexican2.2%
Scottish1.5%
African1.2%
Italian1.0%
French0.9%
Polish0.5%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

3.7%Foreign Born
96.3%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized27.1%
Non-Citizen72.9%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later55.8%
Before 201044.2%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
46,225
Median Rent
$1,036/mo
Median Home Value
$182,600
Median Year Built
1984

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
24,299
College Enrollment
14.7%
High School
21.9%
College Educated
20.7%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
23.1 min
Drive Alone Rate
80.5%
Public Transit
0.2%
Work From Home
7.3%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18
23.3%
18-34 Years
22.0%
35-64 Years
37.4%
65+ Years
17.3%

Population Composition

Under 1823.3%
18-3422.0%
35-6437.4%
65+17.3%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples
42.9%
Single Parent
8.7%
Living Alone
29.7%
Avg Size
2.54

Household Types

Married Couples42.9%
Single Parent8.7%
Living Alone29.7%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income
$31,711
SNAP Usage
18.3%
Health Insurance
90.0%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k21.9%
$25k - $50k24.4%
$50k - $100k28.6%
$100k+25.0%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
23.2%
Retail Trade
12.0%
Education & Health Care
20.8%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

17.9%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

90.0%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet
86.4%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
92.6%vs ~95% National Avg
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better
83.2
0130
Below average< 97
Near average97 - 103
Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better
156.4
0200
Hard to Afford< 80
Moderate80 - 100
Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

The BEA publishes price levels for metro areas only, so for this micro area the cost-of-living figure is the state's average for areas outside metros.