Walker County, GA Economy


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Walker, GA County is a vibrant and diverse community located in the Northern region of Georgia. It has a low cost of living with an average 2 bedroom rent at only $1,070 compared to the national average of $1,430. Additionally, the Grocery Cost Index is 97 versus 100 in the US. Residents can benefit from numerous local companies such as Piedmont Industrial Building Supply, Walker-Drennan Tires & Auto Repair Inc., and J & D Automotive Paint & Body Shop.

Walker County has an unemployment rate of 2.9%. The US average is 6.0%.

Walker County has seen the job market decrease by -3.9% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 43.6%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Walker County
- The Sales Tax Rate for Walker County is 7.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Walker County 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 Walker County
- The average income of a Walker County resident is $26,438 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a Walker County resident is $48,633 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

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