Carroll County, Georgia Housing Market
In Carroll County, Georgia, the median home value is $255,100, with a median monthly rent of $1,153. This places Carroll County at #866 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #42 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: $1,182
- Establishments: 2,689
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 776
- Multi-family: 289
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 44,977 (avg $69,960)
- Outflow: 42,048 (avg $70,640)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 9 active ZIP codes in Carroll County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30185 | 233.7 | -3.93% | 2025 |
| 2 | 30108 | 279.9 | +10.88% | 2025 |
| 3 | 30170 | 259.6 | +7.91% | 2025 |
| 4 | 30110 | 248.1 | +1.47% | 2025 |
| 5 | 30117 | 258.9 | +0.00% | 2025 |
| 6 | 30116 | 237.9 | -2.37% | 2025 |
| 7 | 30179 | 257.0 | -1.90% | 2025 |
| 8 | 30187 | 217.2 | -3.38% | 2025 |
| 9 | 30180 | 232.8 | +1.35% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Carroll County | Georgia Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $255,100 | $197,932 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,153 | $965 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 71.3% | 70.6% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 18.4 | 16.6 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Carroll County is 28.9% above the Georgia state average and 12.0% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,153/month is 19.5% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 18.4, the buy-vs-rent decision in Carroll County is balanced. Whether buying or renting makes more sense depends on your time horizon, down payment capacity, and local market conditions.
Carroll County has an owner-occupancy rate of 71.3%, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pope County | Minnesota | $255,100 | $902 |
| Silver Bow County | Montana | $255,200 | $863 |
| Cass County | Nebraska | $254,900 | $996 |
| Wicomico County | Maryland | $254,700 | $1,327 |
| Antrim County | Michigan | $255,500 | $902 |
Other Counties in Georgia
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Putnam County | $249,300 | $1,002 | 80.9% |
| Camden County | $261,400 | $1,235 | 67.8% |
| Newton County | $265,000 | $1,439 | 73.8% |
| Jasper County | $243,400 | $970 | 85.6% |
| Catoosa County | $240,900 | $993 | 74.2% |
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).