Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
| Below Poverty | 13.7% ▲ 37% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 341 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,230 (33.8%) |
| Some College | 2,281 (14.7%) |
| Associates | 2,130 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,300 (8.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,194 (27.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $81,167 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $226,987 ▼ 19% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $851/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 9,114 |
| Vacant Units | 829 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Monroe County is located in Georgia and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 23,459 residents. With a median age of 41.49, it is a middle-aged county.
Monroe County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $81,167 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 13.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Monroe County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $226,987 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $851. Homeownership rates are high at 80.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Monroe County are majority White (69.8%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Monroe County, GA is a middle-income area in Georgia. The 5 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.