Hazlehurst, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Jeff Davis County County
Hazlehurst, GA
At a Glance
How Hazlehurst Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hazlehurst's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hazlehurst a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hazlehurst residents earn a median household income of $32,278 , which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,683. The unemployment rate stands at 7.3% (103% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 286 business establishments, including 28 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hazlehurst is $137,400 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $149,681. Median rent is $733/month, with 27.8% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Hazlehurst reports 516 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 36% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,468/100K.
Education
14.1% of adults in Hazlehurst hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 72.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hazlehurst has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches.