Which Georgia Counties Had The Most GDP Growth?

A new study from SmartAsset ranks the top counties in Georgia for economic growth, measuring business expansion, GDP increases, and new building permits.

💰 What’s Happening: Fulton County leads the way with the highest GDP growth in the state, but other counties are also seeing major economic gains. Gwinnett, Cobb, and DeKalb counties rank among the top five, while counties like Forsyth and Cherokee are experiencing rapid business expansion.

📊 By the Numbers:

• Fulton County saw a 9.1% business growth rate, adding over $9 billion in GDP.
• Gwinnett County had the second-highest business growth at 11.9%, contributing $6 billion to Georgia’s economy.
• Cobb County added nearly $5 billion in GDP, with a 6.9% business growth rate.
• DeKalb County, ranking fourth, saw 6.8% growth, adding over $4 billion to its economy.
• Forsyth County leads in business growth at 18%, with 23.89 new building permits per 1,000 homes—one of the highest rates in the state.

Here are the top 10 counties with the most GDP growth in Georgia:

Rank	County, State	Business Growth	GDP Growth
1	Fulton	9.10%	$9,096
2	Gwinnett	11.90%	$6,081
3	Cobb	6.90%	$4,947
4	DeKalb	6.80%	$4,095
5	Chatham	11.70%	$1,972
6	Forsyth	18.00%	$1,743
7	Cherokee	14.00%	$1,417
8	Hall	12.70%	$1,123
9	Henry	18.30%	$1,013
10	Muscogee	5.50%	$1,007
	Statewide	7.90%	$361

🏗️ Why It Matters: These numbers reflect strong economic expansion across Georgia, with multiple counties experiencing double-digit business growth. The study suggests that high business activity and new developments are driving local economies forward.

🚀 What’s Next: With ongoing investments and infrastructure improvements, these counties are likely to see continued growth. Local officials are monitoring trends to ensure sustainable expansion.