Brooks County, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
16,285 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,656 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$118,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$459 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$531 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Valdosta Metro Area
3
Georgia
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Valdosta Metro Area
5
Georgia
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 50
Feb 4 0 53
Mar 5 0 59
Apr 3 0 65
May 3 0 73
Jun 6 0 79
Jul 6 0 81
Aug 5 0 80
Sep 4 0 76
Oct 3 0 68
Nov 3 0 59
Dec 3 0 52

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, GA State Senate District 11, GA State House District 175, GA
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Schools

Brooks County Middle School
1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Quitman Elementary School
1 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Brooks County High School
1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College
14 miles, E • 1.4 star
Valdosta State University
17 miles, E • 1.9 star
Thomas University
23 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

South Georgia Medical Center
18 miles, E • 4.1 star
Greenleaf Center
19 miles, E
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Airports

Valdosta Regional Airport
18 miles, SE • 1 star
Tallahassee International Airport
54 miles, W • 1.4 star
Gainesville Regional Airport
111 miles, SE • 1 star
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