Living in Gordon County, Georgia

Gordon County is a county in Georgia with a population of around 56,574. The main communities are Calhoun, Fairmount, Resaca.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $731/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $251K. 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 54°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Gordon County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 38 and a predominantly working-class population (15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.