Blackshear, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
3,562 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$34,267 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$129,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$349 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$533 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pierce County
4
Waycross Urban Area
5
Georgia
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Pierce County
5
Waycross Urban Area
6
Georgia
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 49
Feb 4 0 53
Mar 4 0 58
Apr 3 0 65
May 3 0 73
Jun 6 0 79
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 5 0 76
Oct 3 0 68
Nov 2 0 59
Dec 3 0 52

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 79%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, GA State Senate District 8, GA State House District 178, GA
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Schools

Blackshear Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Midway Elementary School
3 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Pierce County Middle School
3 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Pierce County High School
4 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Coastal Pines Technical College
9 miles, W • 1.4 star
South Georgia State College
38 miles, NW • 1.4 star
College of Coastal Georgia
46 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Southeastern Technical College
63 miles, N • 1 star
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Hospitals

Bacon County Hospital
21 miles, N • 3.2 star
Wayne Memorial Hospital
30 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Appling Hospital
34 miles, N
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Airports

Brunswick Golden Isles Airport
46 miles, SE • 1 star
Jacksonville International Airport
64 miles, S • 2.8 star
Valdosta Regional Airport
70 miles, W • 1 star
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