Fayette County, Georgia Housing Market
In Fayette County, Georgia, the median home value is $436,400, with a median monthly rent of $1,898. This places Fayette County at #211 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #4 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: $1,133
- Establishments: 4,752
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 435
- Multi-family: 0
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 48,949 (avg $128,834)
- Outflow: 45,305 (avg $130,961)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 5 active ZIP codes in Fayette County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30213 | 215.1 | -9.45% | 2025 |
| 2 | 30269 | 264.3 | +0.32% | 2025 |
| 3 | 30205 | 229.5 | +3.15% | 2025 |
| 4 | 30214 | 221.0 | +1.26% | 2025 |
| 5 | 30290 | 226.6 | -0.53% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Fayette County | Georgia Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $436,400 | $197,932 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,898 | $965 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 80.1% | 70.6% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 19.2 | 16.6 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Fayette County is 120.5% above the Georgia state average and 91.7% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,898/month is 96.7% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 19.2, the buy-vs-rent decision in Fayette County is balanced. Whether buying or renting makes more sense depends on your time horizon, down payment capacity, and local market conditions.
Fayette County has an owner-occupancy rate of 80.1%, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery County | Pennsylvania | $436,700 | $1,683 |
| Denton County | Texas | $437,200 | $1,728 |
| Skagway Municipality | Alaska | $435,400 | $1,280 |
| Cherokee County | Georgia | $435,100 | $1,799 |
| Hinsdale County | Colorado | $437,900 | $1,171 |
Other Counties in Georgia
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherokee County | $435,100 | $1,799 | 77.3% |
| 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).