Berkeley Lake, GA

Berkeley Lake, Georgia

Berkeley Lake contains a population of approximately 1,695.

The People and Families of Berkeley Lake

In Berkeley Lake, about 76% of adults are married. Married couples seem to be the rule in Berkeley Lake, at least compared to other cities of its size. The city has a large-family feeling. There are plenty of young children in Berkeley Lake.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Berkeley Lake had a median family income of $115,548. The typical family in Berkeley Lake is better off than most in Georgia. The city has a large middle class. There just aren't a lot of poor people in Berkeley Lake. Interestingly, lots of people in the city have Bachelor's degrees (or better). If you never see your neighbor it may be because he or she works from home rather than driving to the office. That's not unusual in Berkeley Lake. In the city, there is a large number of singles who make a good living.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Berkeley Lake favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $4,030. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Berkeley Lake Housing

Berkeley Lake has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 95% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Homes in the city are newer than those found in most places. Taxes on residences are higher here than most places in Georgia, which may reflect a commitment to education in the city.

Commuting

In Berkeley Lake, 86% of commuters drive to work. In the city, not everyone drives everywhere. The public transportation system may meet your needs.

High Points

Berkeley Lake strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Georgia):

Category	Trophy
Median Family Income (vs. Peers)	Top 1%
College Educated Adults (vs. Peers)	Top 1%
People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers)	Top 2%
Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers)	Top 3%
Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers)	Top 4%
Low Rate of Poverty (vs. Peers)	Top 4%
Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers)	Top 8%
Racial Diversity (vs. Peers)	Top 9%

Comparative Profile of Berkeley Lake, GA

Comparing Berkeley Lake to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Georgia (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
Racial Diversity
Children Under 5 Years Old
Age of the Population
Male Share of the Population
Female Share of the Population
Senior Citizens

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Working at Home
Public Transportation Use
Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Housing Recently Built
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Affordability of Property Taxes
People Living Alone
Affordability of Rents

Berkeley Lake Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Berkeley Lake residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Berkeley Lake, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Berkeley Lake Colleges

(List of All Georgia Colleges)

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