Folkston, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
4,609 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
4.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,453 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
73.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$76,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$423 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$556 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Charlton County
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

Charlton County
3
Georgia
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 52
Feb 3 0 55
Mar 4 0 60
Apr 3 0 66
May 3 0 73
Jun 6 0 80
Jul 6 0 82
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 6 0 77
Oct 4 0 70
Nov 2 0 61
Dec 3 0 54

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, GA State Senate District 3, GA State House District 174, GA
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Schools

Charlton County High School
<1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Folkston Elementary School
2 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Bethune Middle School
2 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Hilliard Elementary School
11 miles, S • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Coastal Pines Technical College
34 miles, N • 1.4 star
Trinity Baptist College
39 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Baptist Medical Center-Nassau
36 miles, SE • 5 star
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Airports

Jacksonville International Airport
30 miles, S • 2.8 star
Brunswick Golden Isles Airport
43 miles, E • 1 star
Valdosta Regional Airport
75 miles, W • 1 star
Gainesville Regional Airport
81 miles, SW • 1 star
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