RANK #875 / 996 · POP 57,785 · GA
PROJECTED GROWTH: -1.3%
Gordon County, Georgia, offers a blend of historical significance and natural beauty, with Calhoun serving as its county seat. Located in northwest Georgia along Interstate 75, it sits approximately an hour north of Atlanta and 45 minutes south of Chattanooga, Tennessee. A notable local attraction is the Rock Garden in Calhoun, featuring over 50 miniature buildings crafted from various natural materials. The county also boasts outdoor recreation opportunities, including Salacoa Creek Park with its beach and fishing, and the hiking and biking trails at John's Mountain Wildlife Management Area. The community maintains a small-town atmosphere. Life in Gordon County often involves a mix of residents, including families, with many owning their homes. The public schools in Gordon County are considered above average. The local economy is experiencing a shift, moving from a traditional manufacturing base towards a more diverse industrial landscape. This includes growth in sectors such as industrial warehousing and distribution, attracting new businesses and contributing to a low unemployment rate.
Below-average climate & terrain
Housing looks undervalued at 4.0x — home prices are low relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Source: Redfin · Census BPS — Browse sales on Redfin →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
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CFL Flooring Manufacturing Facility
Creative Flooring Solutions (CFL)
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$70M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Gordon County has a Boom Town Index score of 12/100, ranking #875 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +0.8% and a median household income of $57,555, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Gordon County is $179,100 with median rent at $830/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3214, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +0.9% year-over-year. Job growth: +0.8%. Home values changed +2.7% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 2.21% of Gordon County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.