Living in South Fulton, GA
South Fulton is the 285th-largest city in the US, home to about 113,000 people in 2025. It has grown 4.4% since 2020. Prices across the metro area run close to the national average (100.1 on an index where the US is 100).
- Population, 2025
- 112,820+4.4% since 2020
- Median home value
- $309,8003.8 years of median income
- Median rent
- $1,702/morent plus utilities
- Household income
- $82,324median, per year
- Price level
- 100.1US average = 100
- January / July highs
- 54° / 90°lows 36° / 72°
- Average commute
- 33 min18% work from home
- State income tax
- 5.19%top rate, flat
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County: Fulton County
Time zone: Eastern Time (UTC-5, UTC-4 in summer)
Elevation: about 797 ft
Metro area: Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
Cost of living in South Fulton
The median home in South Fulton is worth $309,800 and the median household earns $82,324 a year, so a typical home costs about 3.8 years of income. Median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $1,702 a month, about 25% of the median household's income. BEA puts overall prices in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area at 100.1, with housing at 111.0 and goods at 100.4 (US = 100). In practice, a $75,000 salary in an average-priced place stretches about as far as $75,000 here. Georgia taxes wages at a top rate of 5.19% (a flat rate). The average combined state and local sales tax in Georgia is 7.56%.
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South Fulton weather
Average highs run from 54°F in January to 90°F in July, and January nights average 36°F. It gets 50 inches of rain and melted snow a year and 2 inches of snow. Expect about 47 days a year at 90°F or hotter. The most comfortable months are April to May and September to November.
Month-by-month weather and the best time to visit South Fulton
People and work
The median resident is 36.3 years old, and 39% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. 72% of households own their home. The average one-way commute is 32 minutes; 18% of workers work from home and 3% take public transit.
- Median age
- 36.3262nd youngest of 546
- Bachelor's or higher
- 39%adults 25+
- Homeowners
- 72%of households
- People per sq mile
- 1,21592.8 sq mi of land
- Take transit to work
- 3%0% walk, 0% bike
- Unemployment
- 7.2%2020-2024 average
- Poverty rate
- 9.1%of residents
- Typical home built
- 2003median year
Who moves to South Fulton, and where people go
From farther away, newcomers most often come from Los Angeles (Los Angeles County), Chicago (Cook County) and Fort Lauderdale (Broward County). People who leave for somewhere more than 100 miles away most often head to New York County, NY, Los Angeles (Los Angeles County) and Chicago (Cook County). See the map and full lists
IRS county-to-county migration, 2022 to 2023 tax years. Where Americans are moving.
Natural hazards, home prices and air quality
Natural hazard risk
Relatively High
FEMA rating for Fulton County, scored against every US county. Biggest risks: lightning, tornado, inland flooding, hail.
Home prices
+1% in a year
Up 43% over five years. FHFA house price index for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA (MSAD) area, 2026 Q2.
Air quality, 2025
41% good days
6 days unhealthy at least for sensitive groups. EPA daily air quality index for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA area (365 days measured).
FEMA National Risk Index (December 2025) combines expected losses from 18 natural hazards with how vulnerable and resilient the community is. It describes the county, not your street; check flood maps for a specific address at FEMA's Flood Map Service Center.
Parks and sights near South Fulton
The best-known parks, museums, zoos and landmarks within about 35 miles. Tap Been or Want to add them to your city passport.
- Truist Park 19 miles
- Emory University 18 miles
- Kennesaw State University 28 miles
- Georgia State University 14 miles
- University of West Georgia 30 miles
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Airports near South Fulton
| Airport | Distance | Passengers boarding in 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport ATL | 9 mi | 52,511,402 |
| Columbus Airport CSG | 80 mi | 63,422 |
Federal Aviation Administration, calendar year 2024 passenger boardings (enplanements) at commercial service airports. Straight-line distance.
Colleges in and near South Fulton
| College | Distance | Undergrads | Net price a year | Graduate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia State University | 14 mi | 26,623 | $12,365 | 51% |
| Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus | 14 mi | 18,785 | $12,028 | 94% |
| Emory University | 18 mi | 7,298 | $16,754 | 91% |
| Clayton State University | 15 mi | 4,348 | $8,868 | 38% |
| Clark Atlanta University | 12 mi | 3,603 | $38,626 | 39% |
| Spelman College | 12 mi | 3,414 | $46,089 | 77% |
US Department of Education College Scorecard, October 2026 release. Net price is the average yearly cost after grants for students who get federal aid. Graduate: share finishing within 150% of normal time.
Frost dates and fall color in South Fulton
Half the years, the last spring night at 32°F comes before March 15, so plant tender crops after that date or wait a week or two to be safer. Fall color depends on the trees, but the US Department of Agriculture says the brightest leaves come with warm, sunny days and cool nights, and that frost ruins vivid color. Here, cool 36°F nights usually start around November 7 and the first frost comes around November 20.
NOAA 1991-2020 climate normals for Atlanta Hartsfield Intl. Airport, GA, median (50%) dates. All frost dates for South Fulton.
Wildfire smoke in South Fulton
From 2021 through 2025, a smoke plume covered South Fulton on about 139 days a year, including about 18 days of medium or heavy smoke. Smoke high overhead can turn sunsets red without reaching the ground, so check the air quality reading before you change plans.
NOAA Hazard Mapping System smoke analysis, daily satellite plumes over the city center, 2021 to 2025. Smoke days for every city.
Home internet in South Fulton
Census Bureau American Community Survey 2020-2024, table B28002, 40,323 households. Compare every city.
Public schools in South Fulton
Downtown South Fulton is in this district. Neighborhoods farther out may belong to a different one, so check the address with the district before you buy or rent.
| District | Grades | Students | Schools | Students per teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fulton County School District | Pre-K to 12 | 87,019 | 106 | 14.1 |
Other districts within 10 miles: Cobb County School District (105,738 students), Clayton County School District (51,055 students), Atlanta City School District (49,945 students), Douglas County School District (25,521 students), Coweta County School District (23,064 students), Fayette County School District (19,800 students).
National Center for Education Statistics, school district boundaries and characteristics, 2024-25 school year.
South Fulton's twin cities
Cities at least 250 miles away with the closest match to South Fulton's weather month by month and its costs (price level, home values and rent).
- North Charleston, SC79% matchCompare
- Chesapeake, VA79% matchCompare
- Suffolk, VA78% matchCompare
- Norfolk, VA77% matchCompare
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Stargazing near South Fulton
The nearest certified International Dark Sky Places:
Designations by DarkSky International as recorded in Wikidata (CC0). All dark sky places.
Pros and cons of living in South Fulton
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Cons
- Data Commutes are long: 32 minutes each way on average.
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Cities near South Fulton
| City | Distance | Population | Home value | Price level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mableton, GA | 14 mi | 78,820 | $313,100 | 100.1 | Compare |
| Atlanta, GA | 18 mi | 529,110 | $439,600 | 100.1 | Compare |
| Sandy Springs, GA | 24 mi | 105,013 | $619,800 | 100.1 | Compare |
| Roswell, GA | 30 mi | 91,505 | $567,100 | 100.1 | Compare |
| Johns Creek, GA | 35 mi | 80,401 | $629,400 | 100.1 | Compare |
| Athens, GA | 72 mi | 128,612 | $299,200 | 93.3 | Compare |
Straight-line distance between city centers.
South Fulton ranks 17th of 66 in our best suburbs of Atlanta ranking.
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Frequently asked questions
Is South Fulton a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. The numbers show homes that cost under four years of median income; the trade-offs are long commutes. Compare South Fulton side by side with another city to see how it stacks up for you.
What is the population of South Fulton?
The Census Bureau estimates South Fulton had 112,820 residents on July 1, 2025, compared with 108,078 in April 2020 (+4.4%).
How much do you need to earn to live in South Fulton?
Using BEA price levels, a $75,000 salary in an average-priced US city buys about the same as $75,000 in the South Fulton area. The median household here earns $82,324.
When is the best time to visit South Fulton?
By the 1991-2020 climate normals, April to May and September to November are the most comfortable months. July averages 90°F and January 54°F for daytime highs.
What county is South Fulton in?
South Fulton is in Fulton County, Georgia. Source: Census Bureau 2020 geography.
What time zone is South Fulton in?
South Fulton is on Eastern Time (UTC-5, or UTC-4 during daylight saving time from March to November).
What is the elevation of South Fulton?
About 797 feet above sea level at the city center. Elevation varies across the city.
Does Georgia have a state income tax?
Yes. Georgia has a flat income tax with a top rate of 5.19% for 2026. Some cities add a local income tax, which is not included here.
Sources
Population: Census Bureau Vintage 2025 estimates (July 1, 2025). Income, housing, education and commuting: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates for the city of South Fulton. Price levels: BEA Regional Price Parities 2024 for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. Weather: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, Atlanta Hartsfield Intl. Airport, GA station. Taxes: Tax Foundation 2026. How we get our numbers.