Living in Charlton County, Georgia

Charlton County is a county in Georgia with a population of around 12,965. The main communities are Folkston, Homeland.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $557/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $178K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings very warm winters (highs around 67°F) and hot summers (highs around 89°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. The area has wildfire risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Charlton County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 41 and a predominantly working-class population (9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.