Living in Barrow County, Georgia

Barrow County is a county in Georgia with a population of around 75,370, part of the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta, GA MSA metro area. The main communities are Winder, Statham, Bethlehem.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,056/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $328K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 55°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Barrow County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 36 and a predominantly working-class population (19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.