Living in Jasper County, Georgia

Jasper County is a county in Georgia with a population of around 13,635, part of the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta, GA MSA metro area. The main communities are Monticello, Shady Dale.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,148/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $284K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 57°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Jasper County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 43 and a predominantly working-class population (14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.