Folkston, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Charlton County County
Folkston, GA
At a Glance
How Folkston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Folkston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Folkston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Folkston residents earn a median household income of $45,453 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,378. The unemployment rate stands at 13.6% (278% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 31.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 193 business establishments, including 16 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Folkston is $76,800 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $208,450. Median rent is $833/month, with 33.3% 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 1968.
Safety & Crime
Folkston reports 63 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 83% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 485/100K.
Education
4.5% of adults in Folkston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below the national average). 80.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Folkston has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches.