Living in Dougherty County, Georgia

Dougherty County is a county in Georgia with a population of around 91,332, part of the Albany, GA MSA metro area. The main communities are Albany.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $870/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $115K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 62°F) and hot summers (highs around 89°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Dougherty County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 36 and a predominantly working-class population (21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Democratic.