East Point, Georgia
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East Point · Fulton County, Georgia
Population 38,233 (est. 2026: ~38,600)
Source: Census ACS 2023 · ACS 2023 + 0.27% annual growth projection

East Point, Georgia

Fulton County, Georgia · Population 38,358

East Point sits at the southwestern edge of Atlanta's urban core, close enough to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport that the flight paths are part of daily life. It is one of metro Atlanta's older inner-ring suburbs — incorporated in 1887 — and functions as a city within a city, sharing borders with College Park, Hapeville, and the Atlanta city limits. MARTA rail runs through it. The interstate grid surrounds it. For residents who want urban access without Atlanta prices, East Point has long been the practical answer.

People & Demographics

East Point holds 38,358 residents across a median age of 34.7 — a younger community than much of Fulton County, which carries 1,066,710 people in total. The population is predominantly Black at 29,115 residents, with 5,632 white residents, 3,289 Hispanic or Latino residents, and 572 Asian residents. There are 16,062 occupied households, averaging 2.35 people per household. Family households total 8,463, and 9,004 residents are children under 18 — a substantial share that shapes demand for schools and youth services.

Economy & Employment

The median household income is $59,602, and per capita income sits at $33,665. Of the 21,292 residents in the labor force, 1,520 are unemployed — an unemployment rate of roughly 7.1%, elevated compared to typical suburban Fulton County levels. Poverty touches 7,477 residents, a significant portion of the population that reflects the economic pressures common to inner-ring suburbs adjacent to a major metro.

Proximity to Hartsfield-Jackson, one of the world's busiest airports, drives a notable portion of local employment in aviation, logistics, and hospitality. East Point's location at the convergence of I-285, I-85, and Camp Creek Parkway makes it a practical base for workers across the entire southwest metro.

Housing

East Point's 18,312 total housing units include 16,062 occupied and 2,250 vacant. The renter-occupied count of 9,308 outpaces owner-occupied at 6,754 — a renter majority that reflects the city's position as an affordable gateway to the Atlanta metro. Median home value is $217,300, and median rent is $1,241 per month. Both figures remain substantially below the Atlanta metro average, making East Point one of the more accessible housing markets in Fulton County for buyers and renters alike.

Schools

East Point is served by Fulton County Schools, with a notable mix of traditional public schools and charter options.

High School - Tri-Cities High School (Grades 9–12): 1,483 students — serves East Point alongside College Park and Hapeville

Middle Schools - Paul D. West Middle School (Grades 6–8): 803 students - Woodland Middle School (Grades 6–8): 799 students - RISE Prep School (Grades 6–8): 316 students - Fulton Leadership Academy (Grades 6–12): 227 students

Elementary Schools - Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary: 538 students - Asa Hilliard Elementary School: 472 students - RISE Grammar School (Grades K–5): 444 students - Brookview Elementary School: 416 students - Resurgence Hall Charter School (Grades K–4): 403 students - Conley Hills Elementary School: 397 students - Parklane Elementary School: 320 students

For post-secondary options, Omnitech Institute operates locally (404-284-8121), offering vocational and technical training.

Getting Around

Of 19,212 total workers, 11,610 drive alone — the majority, but not an overwhelming one. Public transit accounts for 2,371 commuters, a figure that reflects East Point's genuine MARTA access: two rail stations (East Point and Langford) connect residents directly to downtown Atlanta and Hartsfield-Jackson. Another 1,924 carpool, 2,475 work from home, and 285 walk. Aggregate commute time across the workforce totals 507,040 minutes, pointing to an average one-way commute in the mid-20-minute range — competitive by Atlanta metro standards.

Healthcare

Multiple major Atlanta health systems are accessible from East Point. Grady Memorial Hospital serves as the region's primary safety-net hospital. Emory University Hospital Midtown and Piedmont Hospital round out the academic and private options in the city. Northside Hospital, Saint Joseph's Hospital of Atlanta, WellStar North Fulton Medical Center, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Scottish Rite, and Anchor Hospital (behavioral health) are all within the broader metro network. For individual providers, the NPI Registry search for East Point, GA returns licensed local clinicians.

Library

The East Point Branch Library is the local public library, reachable at 404-613-1050 and part of the Fulton County Library System. It provides full branch services to residents across the city.

Parks & Recreation

Three National Park Service units sit within practical distance of East Point:

Natural Hazards

Fulton County carries a long FEMA declaration history, and East Point sits within every one of those risk zones. Declarations affecting the county include:

The pattern is consistent: this part of Georgia is vulnerable to both tropical systems tracking inland from the Gulf and to the ice storms that periodically shut down Atlanta-area roads. Flooding risk, particularly near lower-lying areas, has produced multiple federal disaster responses.

Government & Municipal Code

East Point's municipal code is published through Municode and available at library.municode.com/ga/east_point. No separate building code is listed in the published municipal library.

Weather

Current forecasts for East Point are available through the National Weather Service. Active weather alerts can be tracked at alerts.weather.gov. The nearest observation station is College Park 1.6 NNW, approximately 1.8 miles from the city center.

References

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