Living in Gilmer County, Georgia

Gilmer County is a county in Georgia with a population of around 29,400. The main communities are Ellijay, East Ellijay.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $765/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $389K. 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 50°F) and warm summers (highs around 81°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Gilmer County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 47 and a predominantly working-class population (20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.