Wayne County, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
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
30,519 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,562 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$149,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$369 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$620 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jesup Urban Area
7
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

Jesup Urban Area
8
Georgia
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 49
Feb 4 0 52
Mar 4 0 58
Apr 3 0 65
May 3 0 73
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 4 0 76
Oct 3 0 67
Nov 2 0 58
Dec 3 0 51

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 79%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, GA State Senate District 19, GA State House District 178, GA
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Schools

Arthur Williams Middle School
3 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Jesup Elementary School
4 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Bacon Elementary School
5 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Wayne County High School
5 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Colleges

College of Coastal Georgia
36 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Coastal Pines Technical College
36 miles, W • 1.4 star
Southeastern Technical College
53 miles, N • 1 star
South Georgia State College
56 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Wayne Memorial Hospital
4 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Liberty Regional Medical Center
27 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Appling Hospital
30 miles, NW
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Airports

Brunswick Golden Isles Airport
33 miles, SE • 1 star
Jacksonville International Airport
74 miles, S • 2.8 star
Valdosta Regional Airport
96 miles, W • 1 star
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