RANK #797 / 996 · POP 67,415 · GA
PROJECTED GROWTH: -0.5%
Spalding County, Georgia, located about 40 miles south of Atlanta, is often recognized for its county seat, Griffin, a city with a rich history dating back to its founding in 1840. Griffin was established around the Macon and Western Railroad, which significantly contributed to its early growth. The county offers a blend of small-town character and access to natural beauty, with numerous parks and outdoor recreation opportunities like fishing at Dundee Lake Park, mountain biking at Quarry's Edge Park, and trails at Wyomia Tyus Olympic Park. Commuting to Atlanta is an option, and the county is part of the Georgia Commute Options program, which assists with alternative transportation.
Life in Spalding County offers a community feel, with many families residing there. The Griffin-Spalding County School System serves nearly 10,000 students across its elementary, middle, and high schools. The local economy, historically rooted in agriculture and textile manufacturing, has seen recent diversification. The area has attracted new residents due to its proximity to Atlanta and the presence of regional facilities like Southern Crescent Technical College. Economic development efforts have focused on attracting various industries, including those in the data center sector, leveraging the county's infrastructure and workforce.
Above national median (4.7x)
Below national median
Prices declining
Below-average climate & terrain
Housing is fairly valued at 5.1x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Wallace Jackson Data Center Campus
Wallace Jackson LLC
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$3,900M | Approved |
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Project Spalding Data Center
Montana Property Group LLC
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$1,800M | Planned |
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Spalding County Data Center Campus
Spalding Investments LLC
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$1,500M | Planned |
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Industrial Development (Georgia 16 & S McDonough Rd)
585 Spalding Investments, LLC
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$50M | Approved |
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Caterpillar Generator Facility (Green Valley Industrial Park)
Caterpillar, Inc.
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$50M | Operating |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Spalding County has a Boom Town Index score of 20/100, ranking #797 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +0.1% and a median household income of $57,367, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Spalding County is $178,800 with median rent at $1,024/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3208, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +1.0% year-over-year. Job growth: +0.1%. Home values changed -2.6% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 5.32% of Spalding County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.