Forest Park, GA Economy


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Forest Park, GA is an amazing suburb of Atlanta and many people are drawn to it because of its affordability. The average two bedroom rent is $1,190 which is significantly lower than the average in the US ($1,430). Additionally, Forest Park has a Grocery Cost Index of 91 versus 100 in the US. This makes it more affordable to purchase groceries in Forest Park than other locations around the country.
People looking to move to Forest Park can enjoy visiting attractions such as Georgia International Horse Park, Gresham Motorsports Complex, or Brownwood Park. Local businesses include Hometown Barbecue Grill and Pub, La Michoacana Meat Market Inc., and Staples Logistics Solutions Warehouse. There's something for everyone in this charming town!

Forest Park has an unemployment rate of 6.8%. The US average is 6.0%.

Forest Park has seen the job market increase by 2.9% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 46.1%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Forest Park
- The Sales Tax Rate for Forest Park is 8.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Forest Park is 6.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Forest Park
- The average income of a Forest Park resident is $13,172 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Forest Park resident is $37,370 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyForest Park, GeorgiaUnited States
  6.86
  -5.1%-6.2%
  46.1%33.5%
  8.0%6.2%
  5.8%4.6%
  $18,823$37,638
  $37,370$69,021
  $38,075$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.2%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  13.2%6.8%
  7.1%10.0%
  3.8%2.5%
  13.8%11.0%
  11.6%4.8%
  0.4%0.8%
  1.1%1.9%
  2.3%4.7%
  3.2%1.9%
  1.1%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  6.4%4.2%
  2.2%9.3%
  11.8%14.0%
  0.0%2.1%
  12.0%7.0%
  6.8%4.8%
  3.0%4.7%
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Over 11 years ago

Forest Park Georgia is a great place to live. It is perfected located near airport and major interstates. The schools are great and the county is  More

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I read a review stating there is a lot of crime. I have lived in Forest Park since 1971 and have never been robbed or the victim of any other crime. We are a multi  More

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