Laurens County, Georgia Housing Market
In Laurens County, Georgia, the median home value is $154,500, with a median monthly rent of $863. This places Laurens County at #2153 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #92 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: $951
- Establishments: 1,164
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 38
- Multi-family: 64
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 17,879 (avg $59,281)
- Outflow: 16,845 (avg $59,614)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 2 active ZIP codes in Laurens County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 31027 | 212.2 | +8.87% | 2025 |
| 2 | 31021 | 187.0 | +4.03% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Laurens County | Georgia Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $154,500 | $197,932 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $863 | $965 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 64.3% | 70.6% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 14.9 | 16.6 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Laurens County is 21.9% below the Georgia state average and 32.1% below the U.S. national average. The median rent of $863/month is 10.6% below the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 14.9, buying a home in Laurens County is generally more favorable than renting for those planning to stay long-term. A ratio below 15 typically signals that purchasing is financially advantageous over a multi-year horizon.
Laurens County has an owner-occupancy rate of 64.3%, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roberts County | South Dakota | $154,500 | $658 |
| Lee County | Illinois | $154,600 | $894 |
| Henry County | Indiana | $154,400 | $820 |
| Fremont County | Iowa | $154,400 | $746 |
| Scott County | Missouri | $154,400 | $873 |
Other Counties in Georgia
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marion County | $154,100 | $710 | 78.9% |
| Pierce County | $153,300 | $799 | 76.5% |
| Grady County | $152,400 | $779 | 66.1% |
| Burke County | $151,600 | $758 | 70.0% |
| Cook County | $157,500 | $956 | 66.0% |
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).