Columbia County, Georgia Housing Market
In Columbia County, Georgia, the median home value is $305,300, with a median monthly rent of $1,409. This places Columbia County at #601 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #26 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: $944
- Establishments: 3,463
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 1,141
- Multi-family: 72
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 62,150 (avg $96,316)
- Outflow: 56,733 (avg $98,324)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 7 active ZIP codes in Columbia County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30813 | 255.7 | +11.32% | 2025 |
| 2 | 30814 | 240.7 | -5.77% | 2025 |
| 3 | 30909 | 249.7 | +2.72% | 2025 |
| 4 | 30907 | 262.0 | +6.11% | 2025 |
| 5 | 30802 | 270.5 | +5.67% | 2025 |
| 6 | 30809 | 226.7 | -0.03% | 2025 |
| 7 | 30824 | 214.4 | +7.14% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Columbia County | Georgia Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $305,300 | $197,932 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,409 | $965 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 78.1% | 70.6% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 18.1 | 16.6 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Columbia County is 54.2% above the Georgia state average and 34.1% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,409/month is 46.0% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 18.1, the buy-vs-rent decision in Columbia County is balanced. Whether buying or renting makes more sense depends on your time horizon, down payment capacity, and local market conditions.
Columbia County has an owner-occupancy rate of 78.1%, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkshire County | Massachusetts | $305,400 | $1,097 |
| Camden County | Missouri | $305,400 | $876 |
| Pike County | Georgia | $305,600 | $993 |
| Johnston County | North Carolina | $305,600 | $1,146 |
| Wise County | Texas | $304,900 | $1,299 |
Other Counties in Georgia
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pike County | $305,600 | $993 | 84.6% |
| Fannin County | $306,600 | $900 | 78.6% |
| Union County | $307,400 | $808 | 84.4% |
| Harris County | $302,800 | $1,048 | 88.8% |
| Lumpkin County | $307,900 | $1,142 | 76.3% |
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).