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Atlanta, GA
Atlanta · DeKalb County · GA 30316
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$367K
Median Price
5/100
Walk Score
7.4/10
Schools
10 min
to Atlanta, GA
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
74/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
5/100
WYLT Score56/100
Our Take
Atlanta 30316 offers decent schools and a good median income relative to housing costs, but it’s not a walk‑friendly or transit‑rich area. If you’re okay with driving and value affordability, it can work, but you’ll need to plan for a car and a quieter lifestyle may be harder to find.
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The Good
- ✓Affordable housing for the income level
- ✓Strong school options
- ✓Short commute to downtown Atlanta
- ✓High median income
- ✓Low flood risk
Real Talk
- !Very limited walkability – errands require a car
- !Public transit options are scarce
- !Crime is moderate; not the safest in the city
- !Limited nightlife within the zip code
- !Higher traffic and noise closer to downtown
- $Property taxes can be above the state average
- $Higher utility bills due to HVAC needs
- $Potential HOA fees in some developments
- $Car maintenance and parking costs
Best For
young professionalsremote workerssmall familiesfirst‑time home buyers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Atlanta, GA
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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