Lithia Springs, GA Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Lithia Springs | Georgia Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 20,583 | 10,915,984 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 1521.2 | 183.6 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 1.91% | 1.00% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 33.3 | 38.8 | 37.1 |
| Households | 7,950 | 4,007,777 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Lithia Springs grew by 48.2% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 19,246 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Lithia Springs has a the economy index of C, which means it is somewhat prosperous.
| Metric | Lithia Springs | Georgia Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $56,075 | $74,683 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 3.46% | 5.54% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 5.2% | 5.1% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Lithia Springs is about 25% lower than in Georgia.
Housing
| Metric | Lithia Springs | Georgia Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $187,245 | $238,631 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,444 | $1,306 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 39.9% | 65.4% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Lithia Springs is about 10.8 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,444 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Lithia Springs spend about 57 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 236 hours, about 9.9 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Lithia Springs | Georgia Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 28.4 | 23.6 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 56.8 | 47.3 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 236 | 197 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $7,331 | $6,106 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 11.7% | 14.2% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 26,810 | 11,986 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 2,615 | 1,447 | 1,355 |
The average commute time in Lithia Springs is 28 minutes, longer than the 24 minutes in Georgia.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
Lithia Springs has a education index of D, which means it is barely educated.
| Metric | Lithia Springs | Georgia Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 23.9% | 30.7% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.42 | 2.64 | 2.54 |
Health
Lithia Springs has a health index of C, which means it is somewhat healthy.
| Metric | Lithia Springs | Georgia Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 76.1 | 75.8 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 16.2% | 20.0% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 19.7% | 22.0% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lithia Springs, Georgia.
What is the population of Lithia Springs, Georgia?
The population of Lithia Springs, Georgia is 20,583, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Lithia Springs, Georgia?
The population density of Lithia Springs, Georgia is 1521.2 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Lithia Springs, Georgia?
The median household income in Lithia Springs, Georgia is $56,075, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Lithia Springs, Georgia?
The median home price in Lithia Springs, Georgia is $187,245, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Lithia Springs, Georgia?
The unemployment rate in Lithia Springs, Georgia is 5.2%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.