Blackshear, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Pierce County County
Blackshear, GA
At a Glance
How Blackshear Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Blackshear's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Blackshear a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Blackshear residents earn a median household income of $34,267 , which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,936. The unemployment rate stands at 13.8% (283% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 442 business establishments, including 30 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Blackshear is $129,900 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $213,293. Median rent is $843/month, with 32.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.
Safety & Crime
Blackshear reports 162 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 57% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,002/100K.
Education
13.8% of adults in Blackshear hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below the national average). 82.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Blackshear has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches.