Monroe

GA

Walton County, Georgia

Population 103K |Median income $84,945 |2 hospitals

Population
103,313
Walton County
Median Income
$84,945
+25% vs avg
Median Home Value
$339,500
+49% vs avg
Median Age
40
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
103K+22%
Median Income
$84,945+62%
Median Home Value
$339,500+116%
Poverty Rate
11.9%-14%
Unemployment
5.3%-39%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,175/mo
Poverty Rate
11.9% -16% vs avg
Unemployment 5.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 24.5%
Work From Home 13.2%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 69.9%
African American 19%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.2%
Asian 1.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
38.3%
High Blood Pressure
38%
Short Sleep Duration
36.3%
Physical Inactivity
28%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.3%
Current Smoking
14.9%
Binge Drinking
14.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.3%
Diabetes
13%
Lack of Health Insurance
12.9%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 57.3%
Annual Checkup 78%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.6%
Stroke
3.7%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
PIEDMONT WALTON HOSPITAL
MONROE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Monroe Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Hazard Reduction Burn Underway in Wedding Bells State Forest Near Woolgoolga

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 7h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Monroe, GA? ▼
Monroe, GA has a population of 103,313 people, located in Walton County, Georgia.
What is the median household income in Monroe? ▼
The median household income in Monroe, GA is $84,945 per year. The poverty rate is 11.9%.
What is the median home value in Monroe? ▼
The median home value in Monroe, GA is $339,500. Median rent is $1,175/month.
What are the top health concerns in Monroe? ▼
The top health indicators in Monroe include Obesity (38.3%), High Blood Pressure (38%), Short Sleep Duration (36.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Monroe? ▼
Monroe has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Monroe? ▼
The median age in Monroe, GA is 40 years. 24.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Monroe, GA is located in Walton County, Georgia. With a population of 103K and a median household income of $84,945, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Monroe area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Walton County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.