Cherokee County, Georgia Housing Market
In Cherokee County, Georgia, the median home value is $435,100, with a median monthly rent of $1,799. This places Cherokee County at #213 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #5 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: $1,081
- Establishments: 8,186
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 1,491
- Multi-family: 33
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 111,166 (avg $107,642)
- Outflow: 104,121 (avg $107,744)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Cherokee County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30004 | 330.2 | +7.56% | 2025 |
| 2 | 30114 | 284.9 | +4.54% | 2025 |
| 3 | 30075 | 295.8 | -1.67% | 2025 |
| 4 | 30115 | 278.7 | -0.98% | 2025 |
| 5 | 30028 | 268.7 | -2.67% | 2025 |
| 6 | 30040 | 282.1 | +7.75% | 2025 |
| 7 | 30534 | 273.4 | +2.53% | 2025 |
| 8 | 30188 | 300.9 | +1.99% | 2025 |
| 9 | 30107 | 277.9 | +2.09% | 2025 |
| 10 | 30189 | 287.8 | +0.76% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Cherokee County | Georgia Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $435,100 | $197,932 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,799 | $965 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 77.3% | 70.6% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 20.2 | 16.6 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Cherokee County is 119.8% above the Georgia state average and 91.1% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,799/month is 86.4% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 20.2, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Cherokee County has an owner-occupancy rate of 77.3%, compared to 70.6% in Georgia and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skagway Municipality | Alaska | $435,400 | $1,280 |
| Aleutians West Census Area | Alaska | $434,700 | $1,982 |
| Cape May County | New Jersey | $434,600 | $1,360 |
| Carroll County | Maryland | $434,000 | $1,427 |
| Fayette County | Georgia | $436,400 | $1,898 |
Other Counties in Georgia
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fayette County | $436,400 | $1,898 | 80.1% |
| Fulton County | $458,800 | $1,732 | 54.3% |
| Oconee County | $461,600 | $1,462 | 81.3% |
| Cobb County | $407,200 | $1,730 | 67.0% |
| Dawson County | $406,700 | $1,626 | 78.7% |
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).