Bartow County, Georgia Housing Market
In Bartow County, Georgia, the median home value is $289,000, with a median monthly rent of $1,268. This places Bartow County at #681 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #35 within Georgia.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,186
- Establishments: 2,968
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 795
- Multi-family: 235
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 42,294 (avg $73,825)
- Outflow: 39,367 (avg $74,216)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Bartow County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30178 | 282.5 | -2.22% | 2025 |
| 2 | 30101 | 272.2 | -1.54% | 2025 |
| 3 | 30171 | 262.9 | +6.70% | 2025 |
| 4 | 30103 | 243.0 | +2.50% | 2025 |
| 5 | 30104 | 249.7 | +0.70% | 2025 |
| 6 | 30161 | 243.4 | -0.01% | 2025 |
| 7 | 30183 | 266.7 | +7.12% | 2025 |
| 8 | 30184 | 280.0 | +8.75% | 2025 |
| 9 | 30139 | 254.0 | +6.86% | 2025 |
| 10 | 30145 | 247.7 | +1.98% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Bartow County | Georgia Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $289,000 | $197,932 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,268 | $965 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 72.8% | 70.6% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 19.0 | 16.6 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Bartow County is 46.0% above the Georgia state average and 26.9% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,268/month is 31.4% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 19.0, the buy-vs-rent decision in Bartow County is balanced. Whether buying or renting makes more sense depends on your time horizon, down payment capacity, and local market conditions.
Bartow County has an owner-occupancy rate of 72.8%, compared to 70.6% in Georgia and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alachua County | Florida | $288,800 | $1,339 |
| Botetourt County | Virginia | $289,200 | $1,035 |
| Moffat County | Colorado | $289,500 | $1,039 |
| Scott County | Kentucky | $288,500 | $1,247 |
| Georgetown County | South Carolina | $289,500 | $1,204 |
Other Counties in Georgia
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockdale County | $292,900 | $1,525 | 69.6% |
| Barrow County | $294,700 | $1,318 | 78.5% |
| Rabun County | $295,200 | $1,047 | 77.1% |
| Douglas County | $296,900 | $1,570 | 66.9% |
| Clarke County | $298,900 | $1,219 | 41.4% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).