Living in Monroe County, Georgia

Monroe County is a county in Georgia with a population of around 27,103, part of the Macon, GA MSA metro area. The main communities are Forsyth, Culloden.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,444/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $295K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 58°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Monroe County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 43 and a predominantly working-class population (27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.