Forsyth is a city located in Monroe County, in the state of Georgia (GA), United States. Nestled in the South Atlantic division of the South region, it covers an area of 5.0 square miles (13.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 716 ft. With a population of approximately 3,776 residents, Forsyth offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 45.1% males and 54.9% females, and it has a population density of 758.23 people per square mile (292.76/km²). Forsyth lies at a latitude of 33.04 and a longitude of -83.94, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (13.2%), followed by English (5.6%), German (2.4%), and Scotch-Irish (1.1%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 31029.