Tucked into west Georgia along the Alabama line, Heard County offers a slower pace without sacrificing convenience — an easy drive from the Atlanta metro yet a world away from its traffic and crowds. The county seat, Franklin, keeps the charm of a small Southern town, while the surrounding countryside is defined by rolling hills, working farmland, and the shores of West Point Lake, a favorite for fishing, boating, and lakefront living. Heard County's history runs deep, rooted in agriculture and a strong sense of community that still shows up in local traditions today. For buyers, that means more land for the dollar, a genuine small-town feel, and easy access to job centers in LaGrange, Newnan, and greater Atlanta. Whether you're drawn to a quiet homestead, a lake retreat, or simply a fresh start in a close-knit community, Heard County delivers authentic rural Georgia living with room to breathe. Send over the next county whenever you're ready.
11,616 people live in Heard County, where the median age is 41.2 and the average individual income is $32,800. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Heard County, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Hometown Pizza and Wings, Rutledge Cafe, and Wings Cafe.
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| Dining | 1.37 miles | 8 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.43 miles | 13 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.48 miles | 1 review | 3/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.48 miles | 2 reviews | 1/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.66 miles | 8 reviews | 3.4/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.71 miles | 10 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.9 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.93 miles | 8 reviews | 3.6/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 1.94 miles | 3 reviews | 3.7/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.06 miles | 11 reviews | 3.3/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.12 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.12 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.14 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.14 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.14 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.14 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.2 miles | 1 review | 1/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.63 miles | 2 reviews | 4.5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.91 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.93 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.16 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.32 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.62 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.2 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
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Heard County has 4,342 households, with an average household size of 2.65. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Heard County do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 11,616 people call Heard County home. The population density is 39 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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