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Jekyll Island, GA
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Jekyll Island, GA
At a Glance
How Jekyll Island Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Jekyll Island's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Jekyll Island a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Jekyll Island residents earn a median household income of $76,445 , which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,653. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,330 business establishments, including 310 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jekyll Island is $522,100 , 85% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $250,684. Median rent is $1,467/month, with 23.0% 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 1967.
Safety & Crime
Jekyll Island reports 1,414 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 272% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 7,554/100K.
Education
48.4% of adults in Jekyll Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% above the national average). 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jekyll Island has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.