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Calhoun, GA is a small city located in northwest Georgia. It has an estimated population of 15,650 as of 2018 and is known to be a great place to live for those looking for affordably-priced housing and groceries. In particular, the 2 bedroom rent in Calhoun is only $780 compared to the US average of $1,430—definitely a budget-friendly option! The Grocery Cost Index in Calhoun is also noticeably lower than the US average at 94 versus 100. As far as local companies go, Calhoun boasts an abundance of family-run businesses with customer service that can't be beat! From local meat markets to hardware stores and galleries, this charming city truly has something for everyone.

Calhoun has an unemployment rate of 3.2%. The US average is 6.0%.

Calhoun has seen the job market increase by 3.9% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 39.6%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Calhoun
- The Sales Tax Rate for Calhoun is 7.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Calhoun is 6.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Calhoun
- The average income of a Calhoun resident is $18,261 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Calhoun resident is $39,578 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyCalhoun, GeorgiaUnited States
  3.26
  -3.5%-6.2%
  39.6%33.5%
  7.0%6.2%
  5.8%4.6%
  $25,793$37,638
  $39,578$69,021
  $54,299$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  2.1%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  10.1%6.8%
  27.7%10.0%
  4.2%2.5%
  6.5%11.0%
  3.9%4.8%
  0.0%0.8%
  0.4%1.9%
  3.9%4.7%
  2.5%1.9%
  2.4%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  5.6%4.2%
  5.9%9.3%
  8.3%14.0%
  0.4%2.1%
  5.8%7.0%
  3.7%4.8%
  6.6%4.7%
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Over 3 years ago

I hate Calhoun most restaurants fail health inspections also, house prices are outrageous   More

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Over 9 years ago

I moved to Calhoun several years ago and feel in love. Not only with the town and the people who live there but with a man that I met there. Life was good. Calhoun is a  More

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Over 13 years ago

Calhoun is a great place to live, with moderate tempertures almost year roundl. Janruary and Febuary being the coldest ranging between o-35% most of the time, with a  More

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