Cobb County, Georgia Housing Market
In Cobb County, Georgia, the median home value is $407,200, with a median monthly rent of $1,730. This places Cobb County at #275 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #6 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: $1,544
- Establishments: 28,063
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 988
- Multi-family: 799
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 305,290 (avg $114,378)
- Outflow: 298,637 (avg $115,949)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Cobb County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30339 | 261.5 | +19.66% | 2025 |
| 2 | 30168 | 260.9 | -6.61% | 2025 |
| 3 | 30064 | 283.0 | +6.92% | 2025 |
| 4 | 30068 | 294.2 | +3.58% | 2025 |
| 5 | 30062 | 304.8 | +2.29% | 2025 |
| 6 | 30066 | 296.5 | +3.49% | 2025 |
| 7 | 30080 | 307.5 | -0.64% | 2025 |
| 8 | 30127 | 268.9 | +5.65% | 2025 |
| 9 | 30152 | 284.8 | +3.20% | 2025 |
| 10 | 30144 | 287.7 | +0.06% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Cobb County | Georgia Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $407,200 | $197,932 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,730 | $965 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 67.0% | 70.6% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 19.6 | 16.6 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Cobb County is 105.7% above the Georgia state average and 78.8% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,730/month is 79.3% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 19.6, the buy-vs-rent decision in Cobb County is balanced. Whether buying or renting makes more sense depends on your time horizon, down payment capacity, and local market conditions.
Cobb County has an owner-occupancy rate of 67.0%, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mary's County | Maryland | $407,600 | $1,747 |
| Mecklenburg County | North Carolina | $406,800 | $1,627 |
| Dawson County | Georgia | $406,700 | $1,626 |
| Benton County | Washington | $407,800 | $1,306 |
| Jefferson County | Idaho | $408,400 | $1,138 |
Other Counties in Georgia
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dawson County | $406,700 | $1,626 | 78.7% |
| Greene County | $394,800 | $924 | 77.9% |
| Gwinnett County | $380,900 | $1,810 | 66.3% |
| Cherokee County | $435,100 | $1,799 | 77.3% |
| Fayette County | $436,400 | $1,898 | 80.1% |
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).