RANK #790 / 1001 NAT · #24 / 41 GA · POP 249,960
1YR FORECAST: -2.2%
5YR OUTLOOK: +23%
Henry County, Georgia, distinguishes itself with the Atlanta Motor Speedway in Hampton, a venue that draws more visitors than any other sporting event in Georgia. Located just 20 miles south of downtown Atlanta, the county offers a blend of suburban convenience and a slower pace of life. Its communities, including McDonough, Stockbridge, Hampton, and Locust Grove, each have unique attractions. The county features numerous parks and nearly 11 miles of walking trails across over 1432 acres of parkland, providing ample outdoor recreation opportunities. Commute options include Henry County Transit and participation in the Georgia Commute Options program, which promotes alternatives to single-occupant vehicle travel.
Life in Henry County appeals to families and professionals seeking more space and value without sacrificing access to Atlanta. The Henry County Schools system serves a diverse student body across 53 schools and offers a range of educational programs. The local economy is experiencing growth, driven by investments in logistics, advanced manufacturing, and healthcare services. Residential and commercial development is also expanding, with new housing projects and mixed-use developments underway. The county's strategic location and infrastructure support its role as a hub for economic activity.
Henry County is one of 76 U.S. counties in this market profile — stronger than typical on the BoomTown Index. Within this cohort, its recent home-price change of -3.1% runs above the profile's typical -3.7%.
See all 76 Sun Belt Post-Surge Correction counties →Overvalued relative to economy
Prices declining
Below-average climate & terrain
Below national median (15x)
Housing looks overvalued at 19.6x — home prices are high relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Estimated local headcount ranges. Larger employers shown as floor + "+"; smaller employers show exact counts where reported.
Bars show trailing 12-month growth. The dashed Forecast bars are the model's next-12-month projection; the whisker marks the ±1% range (cooling–accelerating).
Source: Redfin · Census BPS — Browse sales on Redfin →
Source: CDC/NCHS vital statistics via County Health Rankings (2020–2022 avg). Rates per 100,000 population. Grade based on homicide rate relative to national average (~6.3). Learn more →
Source: EPA Air Quality System (2021–2023). Grade based on 3-year average median AQI. Learn about AQI →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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The Grove Mixed-Use Development
Geosam Capital
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$4,000M | Planned |
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I-75 Express Lanes Expansion
Georgia DOT
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$1,800M | Planned |
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Hampton Data Center Campus (Henderson Farms)
Southeast Property Holdings, LLC
|
$500M | Under Construction |
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Rocky Creek Road Data Center
Red Wolf DCD Properties LLC
|
$500M | Proposed |
|
NVH Korea Manufacturing Plant
NVH Korea
|
$72M | Operating |
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New I-75 Interchange near Bethlehem Road
Georgia DOT
|
$50M | Planned |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 1001 counties.
At 20/100, Henry County faces headwinds that place it in the lower third of the 1001 counties we track. Median income of $83,146 combined with job growth of -1.8% suggests the local economy is struggling to keep pace with national trends.
Housing in Henry County is roughly in line with national affordability norms. The median home costs $313,900 and the income-to-home-value ratio sits at 0.26, with rents averaging $1,674/month. Not a bargain, but not a stretch for most local earners either.
Henry County is attracting residents (population +1.9% YoY) even as the job market softens with employment at -1.8%. Housing values changed -3.1% over the past 12 months. People may be moving here for affordability or lifestyle reasons rather than job opportunities.
There's a moderate stream of newcomers. About 3.99% of residents moved from another state, which is above average and suggests Henry County has appeal as a relocation destination — though it's not among the highest-inflow counties nationally.