Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 13.2% ▲ 32% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.6% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,375 (2.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 15,863 (31.1%) |
| Some College | 9,958 (19.5%) |
| Associates | 8,396 (16.4%) |
| Bachelors | 4,155 (8.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,307 (22.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,786 ▼ 20% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $180,499 ▼ 35% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $897/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 35,048 |
| Vacant Units | 3,640 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Walker County is located in Georgia and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 81,648 residents. With a median age of 41.31, it is a middle-aged county.
Walker County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $60,785 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 13.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Walker County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $180,499 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $896. Homeownership rates are high at 76.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Walker County are primarily White (89.26%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Walker County, GA is a solidly middle-class area in Georgia. The 6 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.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30707 | Chickamauga | 16,847 | $71,538 | $207,500 | $888 | 5.4% | 33.6% |
| 30725 | Flintstone | 5,188 | $64,044 | $204,100 | $780 | 1.1% | 36.3% |
| 30728 | La Fayette | 19,023 | $49,388 | $133,700 | $820 | 4.6% | 21.3% |
| 30750 | Lookout Mountain | 4,500 | $103,589 | $348,000 | $961 | 4.3% | 59.8% |
| 30739 | Rock Spring | 6,854 | $72,396 | $217,700 | $886 | 6.6% | 33.8% |
| 30741 | Rossville | 29,236 | $52,117 | $156,700 | $965 | 5.3% | 28.7% |