The two north Georgia counties are ranked among the top 20 in the nation for median household income.
According to an analysis of U.S. Census figures, high-income households distinguish Fayette and Forsyth counties from others in the state.
In Fayette County -- which ranked tenth -- the median is $70,352. Forsyth County ranked 12th -- with a median household income of $67,385.
Doug Bachtel -- a University of Georgia demographer -- said ``They are the nouveau riche -- more Lexuses than El Dorados.''
The ratings are based on 1998 poverty and income estimates. More recent income figures are due later this month.
A Denver suburb -- Douglas County -- has the nation's highest median at nearly $85,000.
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