Lithia Springs

GA

Douglas County, Georgia

Population 148K |Median income $82,984 |1 hospital

Population
147,888
Douglas County
Median Income
$82,984
+22% vs avg
Median Home Value
$296,900
+30% vs avg
Median Age
36.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
148K+11%
Median Income
$82,984+57%
Median Home Value
$296,900+119%
Poverty Rate
10.9%-32%
Unemployment
6.2%-53%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,570/mo
Poverty Rate
10.9% -23% vs avg
Unemployment 6.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 30.8%
Work From Home 15.2%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

African American 50.2%
White 32.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.9%
Asian 1.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
42.6%
High Blood Pressure
37.4%
Obesity
36.3%
Physical Inactivity
27%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.2%
Binge Drinking
13.9%
Current Smoking
13.7%
Diabetes
13.6%
Lack of Health Insurance
13%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.9%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 58.6%
Annual Checkup 79.4%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.4%
Stroke
3.5%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
WELLSTAR DOUGLAS MEDICAL CENTER
DOUGLASVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Lithia Springs Area 6

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 35m 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 Lithia Springs, GA? ▼
Lithia Springs, GA has a population of 147,888 people, located in Douglas County, Georgia.
What is the median household income in Lithia Springs? ▼
The median household income in Lithia Springs, GA is $82,984 per year. The poverty rate is 10.9%.
What is the median home value in Lithia Springs? ▼
The median home value in Lithia Springs, GA is $296,900. Median rent is $1,570/month.
What are the top health concerns in Lithia Springs? ▼
The top health indicators in Lithia Springs include Short Sleep Duration (42.6%), High Blood Pressure (37.4%), Obesity (36.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Lithia Springs? ▼
Lithia Springs has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Lithia Springs? ▼
The median age in Lithia Springs, GA is 36.9 years. 30.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Lithia Springs, GA is located in Douglas County, Georgia. With a population of 148K and a median household income of $82,984, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Lithia Springs 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 (Douglas 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.