Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.87 |
| Below Poverty | 13.9% ▲ 39% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.6% ▼ 8% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 27% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 469 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,905 (31.7%) |
| Some College | 5,801 (16.9%) |
| Associates | 4,954 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,965 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,324 (27.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $78,731 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $295,755 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,128/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 21,326 |
| Vacant Units | 961 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Walton County is located in Georgia and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 59,154 residents. With a median age of 38.61, it is a middle-aged county.
Walton County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $78,731 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.2%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 13.9% is above the national average.
Housing in Walton County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $295,755 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,128. Homeownership rates are high at 77.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Walton County are primarily White (70.59%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Walton 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.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30641 | Good Hope | 1,568 | $68,295 | $402,800 | $1,125 | 2.1% | 36.4% |
| 30018 | Jersey | 96 | $69,375 | $276,600 | — | 0.0% | 28.6% |
| 30655 | Monroe | 28,349 | $68,292 | $290,900 | $1,099 | 6.3% | 33.0% |
| 30656 | Monroe | 17,798 | $88,431 | $307,200 | $1,188 | 6.6% | 40.2% |
| 30025 | Social Circle | 11,343 | $91,125 | $275,300 | $1,108 | 5.9% | 34.7% |