The Lavonia city population is around 2,187 people. The median home value is $194,400, and the average commute time is 20.4 minutes. The median home value is up by 9.0% over the past ten years. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. The median household income is $30,425.
The city was founded as a result of railroad expansion in northeast Georgia. The Elberton-Airline Railroad wanted to build a new station in the region. As a result, businessmen decided to settle there and develop a town. In 1880, Lavonia became an incorporated city. The city is home to a private airport community named Broad River Air Park. It features a 3000 ft runway that runs parallel to Interstate 85.
Lavonia is home to a large military population. The city has a population of approximately 2,571 people. The median age of its residents is 30.9. The majority of residents are White (Non-Hispanic) but there is also a small population of Black or African-American (Non-Hispanic). There are also about 500 Latino residents in the city.
Hispanics make up 12.3% of Lavonia's population. The majority of Lavonia citizens are U.S. citizens, and foreign-born individuals are also included in the non-English speaking category.