Living in Polk County, Georgia

Polk County is a county in Georgia with a population of around 41,524. The main communities are Cedartown, Rockmart, Aragon.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,922/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $200K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 54°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Polk County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 37 and a predominantly working-class population (14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.