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Monroe, GA

Monroe is a city in Walton County, Georgia, United States, serving as the county seat. It is located one hour east of Atlanta via US 78 and GA 138 to I-20 and east of Hartsfield–Jackson International Airport and is one of the exurban cities in the Atlanta metropolitan area. The population was 14,928 at the 2020 U.S. census.

Monroe was founded in 1818 as the seat of the newly formed Walton County. It was incorporated as a town in 1821 and as a city in 1896. Monroe was a major cotton producer in the state during the 1900s. The two main cotton mills in Monroe used to be the driving economic force in the region. Now the mills no longer produce for the cotton industry but rather serve as economic engines for the region by housing antique markets, event space, and other unique retail.

In July 1946, the area was the site of the last mass lynching in the United States. A White mob attacked and killed two Black married couples who were driving through the area. The four people were pulled from their car and shot several times.

A Civil War memorial, in the form of a statue of a Confederate soldier, stands adjacent to the county courthouse in downtown Monroe.

Monroe is in the center of Walton County. U.S. Route 78 (Atlanta/Monroe Bypass) passes north of the city, leading west 5 miles (8.0 km) to Loganville, west 35 miles (56 km) to downtown Atlanta, and east 25 miles to Athens. GA Bus. 10 runs through the city of Monroe. Georgia State Route 11 leads northwest from Monroe 15 miles to Winder, the Barrow County seat, and south 10 miles to Social Circle, and southwest 15 miles (24 km) to eastern rural Newton County, east of Covington. State Route 138 leads south 18 miles (29 km) to Conyers.

Monroe is located at 33°47′36″N 83°42′39″W (33.793295, -83.710790). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 10.5 square miles (27 km²), of which 10.4 square miles (27 km²) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.26 km²) (1.05%) is water.

Monroe places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Furthermore, Monroe is home to Walton Regional Medical Center and Piedmont Walton, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services. For yoga enthusiasts, the Yoga Barn Studio or Walton Athletic 24 provides a peaceful retreat with a range of classes. Fitness buffs can head to Pursuit Fitness, a well-equipped gym offering personal training sessions and group classes. Those seeking holistic health solutions can visit the Monroe Wellness Center, which specializes in chiropractic care and therapeutic massage. For a luxurious spa day, Healing Touch Therapy Spa offers various treatments to help you unwind and rejuvenate.

Top sites in Monroe, GA include Mathews Park, Monroe Museum, and McDaniel-Tichenor House.

Population: 16,270 (2024). ZIP codes: 30655-30656. Area codes: 770, 678, 470. Elevation: 761 ft (232 m). Area: 15.86 sq mi (41.08 km²).

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What is Monroe, GA is known for?

Monroe became a bustling cotton/textiles mill town during the early half of the 20th century, as well as attracting local industries and building a strong business presence both downtown and from one end of town to the other. It is known as one of Georgia’s most civil-minded and cultured smaller cities.  Monroe also proudly claims the honor of being the “City of Governors,” having furnished seven men to act as Governor of Georgia. Monroe also claims a native son who left Monroe for the West and later became Governor of Texas.

What is the cost of living in Monroe, GA?

Monroe is part of the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta Metro metro area, which is ranked 131 out of 273 cities across the US in terms of cost of living. According to C2ER (the Council for Community and Economic Research), the cost of living in Monroe is estimated to be 94.6% of the national average making it an average US city. The total monthly expenditure you can expect to incur depends on the cost of housing, food, utilities, transportation, healthcare, and other miscellaneous goods and services. Note that your household composition (single or married, number of kids) and home ownership status (renting vs. owning) might affect your monthly expenses.

What is the crime rate in Monroe, GA?

With a crime rate of 33 per one thousand residents, Monroe has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 30. Within Georgia, more than 87% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Monroe. Importantly, when you compare Monroe to other communities of similar populations, then Monroe's crime rate (violent and property crimes combined) is quite a bit higher than average. 

Sources

City of Monroe

Wikipedia

Neighborhood Scout

Fly Homes

Mathews Park

Monroe Museum

McDaniel-Tichenor House

Walton Regional Medical Center

Piedmont Walton

Yoga Barn Studio

Walton Athletic 24

Pursuit Fitness

Monroe Wellness Center

Healing Touch Therapy Spa

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