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Banks County, GA market data
How Banks County compares with other counties for 56 business types: competitors, household spending, official counts and growth.
- Population, 2025
- 21,273
- +17.3% since 2020
- Households
- 6,856
- Median household income
- $77,063
- +61.2% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $278,100
- Jobs located here
- 4,934
- Highest market score
- 93
- Auto repair shops, #9 of 2,378 scored counties
A site report maps the competitors on map listings around any address in Banks County by name and distance, and the households and spending within reach. Or open the report at the center of Banks County. Signed out, you see a blurred preview; on an account, each report is one action.
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What this means
Banks County has an estimated 21,273 people and 6,856 households. Population estimates put the population change in Banks County from 2020 to 2025 at +17.3%, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). Median household income in Banks County is $77,063, 5% below the U.S. median of $80,734. Against the 2015–2019 survey, the median rose 61.2%, before inflation.
Relative to the U.S., household spending in Banks County runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 160, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (66).
Of the business types scored in Banks County, auto repair shops (93), auto repair and car care businesses (90) and medical and dental practices (82) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For auto repair shops, that ranks #9 of 2,378 scored counties.
Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for auto repair and car care businesses (51% below the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (83% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Banks County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Banks County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto repair shops | 93 | #9 of 2,378 | 7 | 10.2 | $1.1M | 246 | 3 |
| Auto repair and car care | 90 | #18 of 2,401 | 12 | 17.5 | $637K | 237 | 7 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 82 | #70 of 2,394 | 10 | 14.6 | $729K | 478 | 8 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 80 | #71 of 1,771 | 5 | 7.3 | $1.9M | 114 | 6 |
| Real estate | 79 | #36 of 2,229 | 5 | 7.3 | Index only | 459 | 8 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 79 | #195 of 2,402 | 8 | 11.7 | $5M | 148 | 4 |
| Gas stations | 78 | #186 of 2,358 | 6 | 8.8 | $4.2M | 175 | 12 |
| Pet businesses | 76 | #150 of 2,200 | 7 | 10.2 | $823K | 94 | Under 3 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 74 | #255 of 2,405 | 13 | 19.0 | $1.9M | 285 | 13 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 68 | #443 of 2,405 | 14 | 20.4 | $1.8M | 474 | 37 |
| Convenience stores | 64 | #619 of 2,261 | 5 | 7.3 | $8M | 102 | 3 |
| Home repair trades | 56 | #749 of 2,057 | 8 | 11.7 | $2.3M | 95 | 14 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 50 | #872 of 1,707 | 5 | 7.3 | $3.7M | 78 | 7 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 49 | #1,122 of 2,088 | 8 | 11.7 | $554K | 84 | Under 3 |
| Gyms | 39 | #1,283 of 1,792 | 6 | 8.8 | $739K | 57 | Under 3 |
| Pizza | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.8 | $6.2M | 121 | 21 |
| Hair salons | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.4 | $2M | 454 | Under 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.4 | $3.2M | 109 | 6 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.4 | $2M | 918 | 5 |
| Child care and preschools | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $1.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $6.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $6.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $9.3M | Too few | 7 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | Index only | Too few | 5 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $7.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $7.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $7.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Grocery stores | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $40.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $9.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Insurance agencies | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $21.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $4.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $7.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $9.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $5.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $5.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $7.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $7.3M | Too few | 5 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $18.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $4.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 21 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Spas and skin care | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Banks County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $7.6M | $1,115 | 116 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $25M | $3,652 | 141 |
| Food away from home | $24.6M | $3,590 | 88 |
| Groceries | $40.2M | $5,869 | 93 |
| Personal care products and services | $5.9M | $854 | 85 |
| Child care and other personal services | $2.7M | $401 | 69 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $4.4M | $647 | 66 |
| Medical and dental services | $7.3M | $1,063 | 83 |
| Pets | $5.8M | $840 | 92 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $12.1M | $1,769 | 86 |
| Vehicle insurance | $21.4M | $3,126 | 160 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $18.5M | $2,699 | 89 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $9.6M | $1,394 | 99 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $99.4M | $14,504 | 87 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Banks County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 21,273+17.3% since 2020
- Households
- 6,856
- Median age
- 42.2
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 79%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.4
- Land area
- 232 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 83
- Median household income
- $77,063+61.2% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $87,242
- Median home value
- $278,100
- Jobs located here
- 4,934
- Daytime population
- 15,146Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
Looking at a specific site in Banks County?
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Questions
How fast is Banks County, GA growing?
Population estimates put Banks County at 21,273 people in 2025, up 17.3% since 2020, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 6,856 households. Median household income rose 61.2% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
How much do households in Banks County, GA spend?
Households in Banks County spend about $99.4M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $40.2M on groceries and $25M on gasoline and other fuels. Set against the U.S., households in Banks County spend the most on vehicle insurance (an index of 160, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (66).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Banks County, GA?
The highest Groundwork market scores in Banks County are for auto repair shops (93), auto repair and car care businesses (90) and medical and dental practices (82). Banks County ranks #9 of 2,378 scored counties for auto repair shops.
How does Banks County, GA compare with the U.S.?
The median household income in Banks County is $77,063 a year, 5% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 17.3% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $278,100, against $332,700 for the U.S. For its number of households, Banks County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for auto repair and car care businesses (51% below the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (83% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 15 of the 56 business types have a score in Banks County, each ranked against other counties.
How can I see the market around a specific site?
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