Georgia
Jesup is a small city in Georgia with a population of 9,863. Residents earn $48,306 per year, which is 36% below the national average.
Based on current data, Jesup receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Jesup has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Jesup is $48,306, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Jesup is $152,100, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $676 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 746 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,575 per 100,000, 286% above the national average.
16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Jesup enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 98.4% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.6% |
| 88% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,306 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,651 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $978 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,701 |
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.1% |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 685 |
| County GDP | $1,651M |
| Restaurants | 65 |
| Healthcare | 83 |
| Retail | 118 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,694 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.77% |
| Commute Time | 25.8 min |
| Work from Home | 4.1% |
| Census Median | $152,100 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $198,127 |
| Median List Price | $220,000 |
| Median List Price | $220,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $148 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.0% |
| Price Drops | 15.7% |
| Inventory | 51 |
| Census Median Rent | $676 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,694 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.77% |
| Obesity | 44.4% |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.1% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.9% |
| Depression | 19.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.4% |
| Premature Death | 13,794/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 83 |
| Total Violent | 745.9/100K |
| 96% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 77.5/100K |
| Robbery | 125.9/100K |
| Assault | 542.5/100K |
| Total Property | 7,575.3/100K |
| 286% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 949.3/100K |
| Theft | 6,519.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 106.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 65.2°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 101 ft (31 m) |
| Area | 16.6 sq mi (42.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 596/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.5946°N, 81.8957°W |
| County FIPS | 13305 |
Winner: Republican by 59.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.1% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 596/sq mi |
| Total Area | 16.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 83 |
| Restaurants | 65 |
| Retail Stores | 118 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 25.8 min |
| Work from Home | 4.1% |