Living in Wilkes County, Georgia

Wilkes County is a county in Georgia with a population of around 9,867. The main communities are Centreville, Washington, Tignall.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $762/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $136K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.0%.

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. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Wilkes County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 45 and a predominantly working-class population (14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.