Floyd County

As of the 2020 Census, Floyd County, GA had a population of approximately 98,000. Racial composition includes about 76% White, 14% Black or African American, 2% Asian, and 8% Hispanic or Latino of any race. The median household income was around $45,000, with about 18% of the population living below the poverty line. The county spans 513 square miles, with Rome being the largest city and county seat.

As of 2023, Floyd County, GA, features a median home price of around $160,000. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is approximately $750 per month, while a two-bedroom averages $900. The homeownership rate is 66.7%, and around 33.3% of the population rents. The housing market has seen an annual appreciation rate of roughly 5%. Construction of new homes and rentals has been moderate, catering to a diverse population including families, retirees, and young professionals.

Floyd County, GA, elections oversee local, state, and national contests. The 2022 midterm elections reported a voter turnout of about 55%. In recent local elections, significant positions included:

• County Commission: Three seats were contested.

  • Republican Candidates: Rhonda Wallace (District 1), Larry Maxey (District 3)
  • Democrat Candidates: No Democrat candidates were fielded for Districts 1 and 3.

• School Board: Seats for District 2, District 3, and At-Large were contested.

  • District 2: Chip Hood (Republican)
  • District 3: Albert Rickey, Jr. (Republican)
  • At-Large: Blake Doss (Republican)

• Sheriff: Dave Roberson (Republican) won the county sheriff race.

Note that numbers of candidates and political diversity can vary by election cycle.

As of recent data, Floyd County, GA has an educational attainment profile that highlights certain disparities when compared to state and national averages. About 86.2% of residents aged 25 and over have at least a high school diploma, slightly below the national average of 88%. The county's percentage of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher stands at around 21%, which is also below the national average of about 32% and the state average of 33%. Additionally, the median household income in Floyd County is approximately $47,000, lower than the national median of around $68,700. These statistics illustrate that while Floyd County demonstrates moderate educational attainment, it lags behind broader state and national trends in higher education levels and associated economic outcomes.

Floyd County, GA has a labor force participation rate of approximately 58%, with an unemployment rate around 4.5% as of recent data. Top industries in Floyd County include manufacturing (22.1%), healthcare and social assistance (19%), and retail trade (11.5%).

Compared to national averages, the manufacturing sector in Floyd County employs a significantly higher percentage of the workforce (national average around 8.5%). Healthcare and social assistance are also more prominent in Floyd County compared to national figures but align closely with Georgia’s state averages. Retail trade employment is slightly above the national figure of approximately 10%.

The educational services, construction, and accommodation and food services sectors also contribute notably to the local economy, albeit to a lesser extent. Floyd County's employment landscape reflects a stronger manufacturing base and healthcare focus compared to broader benchmarks.

As of the most recent data, the median household income in Floyd County, GA, is approximately $47,000. In comparison, the median household income for the state of Georgia stands at around $61,500, and the national median is approximately $68,700. This indicates that Floyd County lags behind both the state and national averages in terms of median household income.

Income Statistics Table

Floyd County's lower median income highlights potential economic disparities and underscores the need for targeted economic development initiatives to boost local incomes to state and national levels.

As of the latest data available, Floyd County, GA, has a mixed crime rate profile. The overall crime rate for the area is approximately 31 crimes per 1,000 residents. Violent crime rates stand at around 4.9 per 1,000 residents, while property crimes are more prevalent at about 26.1 per 1,000 residents. Below is a table detailing various types of crimes reported in Floyd County.

These figures provide a snapshot of the crime landscape in Floyd County, indicating higher rates of property crime compared to violent crime.