Forest Park

GA

Clayton County, Georgia

Population 299K |Median income $59,806 |2 hospitals

Population
298,924
Clayton County
Median Income
$59,806
-12% vs avg
Median Home Value
$222,300
Near average
Median Age
33.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
299K+14%
Median Income
$59,806+47%
Median Home Value
$222,300+128%
Poverty Rate
17.9%-25%
Unemployment
7.2%-57%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,433/mo
Poverty Rate
17.9% +26% vs avg
Unemployment 7.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 22.5%
Work From Home 10.6%
Public Transit 2.1%

Population

African American 69.4%
White 9.7%
Asian 4.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
45.3%
Obesity
45.2%
High Blood Pressure
41.4%
Physical Inactivity
32.5%
Frequent Mental Distress
19.2%
Lack of Health Insurance
16.8%
Diabetes
16.2%
Current Smoking
16%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.8%
Binge Drinking
11.9%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 48.5%
Annual Checkup 80%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
11.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.7%
Stroke
4.3%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
1/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
SOUTHERN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
RIVERDALE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Forest Park Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Hazard Reduction Burn Underway in Wedding Bells State Forest Near Woolgoolga

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 7h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Forest Park, GA? ▼
Forest Park, GA has a population of 298,924 people, located in Clayton County, Georgia.
What is the median household income in Forest Park? ▼
The median household income in Forest Park, GA is $59,806 per year. The poverty rate is 17.9%.
What is the median home value in Forest Park? ▼
The median home value in Forest Park, GA is $222,300. Median rent is $1,433/month.
What are the top health concerns in Forest Park? ▼
The top health indicators in Forest Park include Short Sleep Duration (45.3%), Obesity (45.2%), High Blood Pressure (41.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Forest Park? ▼
Forest Park has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 1/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Forest Park? ▼
The median age in Forest Park, GA is 33.7 years. 22.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Forest Park, GA is located in Clayton County, Georgia. With a population of 299K and a median household income of $59,806, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 1/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Forest Park area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Clayton County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.