Living in Putnam County, Georgia

Putnam County is a county in Georgia with a population of around 21,353. The main communities are Eatonton.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $3,012/month, significantly above the national average, with a median home price of around $394K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.1%.

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 earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Putnam County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 46 and a predominantly working-class population (23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.