Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 15.4% ▲ 54% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.2% ▼ 35% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 46% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 244 (3.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,763 (43.8%) |
| Some College | 1,031 (16.3%) |
| Associates | 675 (10.7%) |
| Bachelors | 454 (7.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,140 (18.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,444 ▼ 27% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $112,253 ▼ 60% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $776/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 5,510 |
| Vacant Units | 1,374 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Wilkes County is located in Georgia and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 9,544 residents. With a median age of 48.62, it is a mature county.
Wilkes County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,444 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.6%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 15.4% is above the national average.
Housing in Wilkes County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $112,253 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $776. Homeownership rates are high at 68.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Wilkes County are majority White (54.31%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 25.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Wilkes County, GA is a solidly middle-class area in Georgia. The 3 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.