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Jesup, GA

Georgia · Wayne County

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.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
9,863 Population 596/sq mi density
$48,306 Median Income $24,651 per capita
$152,100 Home Value $198,127 Zillow
$676 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
746 Violent Crime/100K 7,575 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$48,306 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$152,100 home value, $676/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
746 violent crimes/100K (96% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $48,306
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $152,100
46% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 746/100K
96% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $676
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.4%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

How Jesup Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population9,863
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density596/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,306
Per Capita$24,651
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$1,651M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,100
Rent$676
Ownership62.7%
Zillow$198,127
Housing Units4,441
Rent Burden25.0%

Crime

F
Violent746/100K
Property7,575/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault542/100K
Burglary949/100K

Health

Obesity44.4%
Uninsured17.4%
Smoking19.0%
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation101 ft (31 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+82.8%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score4.74

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 20%
Commute26 min
Broadband86.2%
EV Stations3
Libraries2

Is Jesup a Good Place to Live?

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, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Jesup has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

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. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Jesup has a population of 9,863 with a density of 596 people per square mile, spread across 16.6 square miles. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48% female and 52% male. The city is predominantly White (61.8%), with 33.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.4% of residents. 7.2% of the population are veterans. 19.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,863
Total Population
596
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
16.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Jesup vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish 1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jesup vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jesup is $48,306, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,651 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $978, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 685 business establishments, including 65 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.3, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 4.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Jesup vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,306
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,651
Avg Weekly Wage$978
IRS Avg AGI$55,701
Gini Index0.456 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)685
County GDP$1,651M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare83
Retail118
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,694
23% below US avg
Cost of Living96.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone74.4%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Jesup is $152,100, 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,127, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $676 (42% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,023 for a one-bedroom to $1,203 for a two-bedroom apartment. 62.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 4,441 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1969. The average annual property tax is $2,694 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 25.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,100
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,127
Median List Price$220,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$220,000
$/Sq Ft$148
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio98.0%
Price Drops15.7%
Inventory51

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$676
42% below US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Homeownership62.7%
Owner-Occupied62.7%
Renter-Occupied37.3%
Housing Units4,441
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,694
23% below US avg
Effective Rate1.77%
In Jesup, 44.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 15.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.8% of residents, above the national average. 42.1% have high blood pressure. 19.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.9% report binge drinking. 32.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 19.3% report depression. 19.5% experience frequent mental distress. 17.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,762. The dentist ratio is 1:6,179. 54.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Jesup vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.4%
38% above US avg
Diabetes15.3%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure42.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.1%
Cancer6.1%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.0%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity32.9%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep42.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.1%
Uninsured17.4%
102% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,762
Dentists1:6,179
Mental Health1:2,852
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits49.9%
Premature Death13,794/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access54.5%
Healthcare Facilities83
Jesup has a violent crime rate of 746 per 100,000 residents, 96% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 542.5 per 100,000, robbery at 125.9, rape at 77.5. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 7,575 per 100,000, 286% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 6,519, burglary at 949, vehicle theft at 107 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 2 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Jesup receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Jesup vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent745.9/100K
96% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape77.5/100K
Robbery125.9/100K
Assault542.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property7,575.3/100K
286% above US avg
Burglary949.3/100K
Theft6,519.4/100K
Vehicle Theft106.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents32
Avg Accident Severity3.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Jesup enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44. The city sits at an elevation of 101 feet.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation101 ft (31 m)
Area16.6 sq mi (43.1 km²)
Population Density596/sq mi
Coordinates31.5946°N, 81.8957°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyWayne County County
Nearest AirportWright Army Air Field (Fort Stewart)/Midcoast Regional (LIY)
27 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Jul) 6.61"
Driest Month (Nov) 2.44"

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score44.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability72.3 / 100
Community Resilience48.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 18, 2022.

Jun 18, 2022 7 km E of Stillmore, Georgia M3.9 98 km
Jul 13, 2003 6 km N of Cobbtown, Georgia M3.6 86 km
Mar 4, 1996 9 km SW of Soperton, Georgia M2.5 108 km
May 17, 1997 9 km SW of Soperton, Georgia M2.5 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

18 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Helene (2024, Cat 4).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Helene Category 4 137 km
2024 Debby Category 1 237 km
2023 Idalia Category 4 116 km
2022 Ian Category 1 275 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 213 km
2019 Dorian Category 3 219 km
2018 Michael Category 3 198 km
2016 Matthew Category 3 123 km
2016 Hermine Category 1 247 km
2014 Arthur Category 1 277 km
2004 Gaston Category 1 262 km
2004 Charley Category 1 167 km
1999 Floyd Category 3 277 km
1999 Irene Category 1 213 km
1989 Hugo Category 4 238 km
1985 Kate Category 1 152 km
1985 Bob Category 1 132 km
1984 Diana Category 2 218 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

275 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 11 fatalities, 269 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 5, 2022 EF4 63 km 1
May 11, 2008 EF4 46 km 0
Dec 2, 2018 EF3 96 km 0
May 11, 2008 EF3 83 km 0
Apr 9, 1998 EF3 71 km 2
Nov 18, 1968 EF3 61 km 0
Mar 9, 2024 EF2 48 km 0
May 23, 2017 EF2 95 km 0
Feb 9, 2017 EF2 89 km 0
Dec 2, 2009 EF2 34 km 0
Oct 27, 2009 EF2 49 km 0
May 11, 2008 EF2 88 km 0
Mar 22, 2005 EF2 17 km 0
Apr 9, 1998 EF2 28 km 4
Oct 26, 1997 EF2 51 km 0
May 3, 1984 EF2 86 km 0
Feb 27, 1984 EF2 87 km 0
May 23, 1980 EF2 92 km 0
Mar 16, 1976 EF2 36 km 0
Jan 12, 1975 EF2 78 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BIG TURNAROUND COMPLEX (FLOYDS ISLAND PRAIRIE) (215,381 ac, 2007).

Year Name Acres Distance
2007 BIG TURNAROUND COMPLEX (FLOYDS ISLAND PRAIRIE) 215,381 83 km
2011 CRAVENS HAMMOCK 142,688 97 km
2007 SWEAT FARM ROAD 52,495 74 km
2011 SESSOM COMMUNITY FIRE 20,916 62 km
2011 GA-19 (SAW FLY RD) 19,730 68 km
2011 SWEAT FARM AGAIN 19,698 75 km
2011 DURDIN PRAIRIE 19,487 87 km
1999 HICKORY IS 14,656 90 km
2008 UNNAMED 12,186 53 km
2002 BAY CREEK 11,917 99 km
2007 UNNAMED 10,963 55 km
2008 UNNAMED 10,163 55 km
2011 RACEPOND 7,951 66 km
2001 CRAVENS IS 6,412 89 km
2014 UNNAMED 5,150 99 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,291 56 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,021 58 km
2011 ELIM CHURCH RD. FIRE 3,850 21 km
2001 UNNAMED 3,827 49 km
1990 MOTHERS DAY 3,761 98 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 3.8 in
March 60°F (16°C) 4.3 in
April 66°F (19°C) 2.9 in
May 73°F (23°C) 4.0 in
June 79°F (26°C) 5.4 in
July 81°F (27°C) 6.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 6.6 in
September 77°F (25°C) 3.9 in
October 68°F (20°C) 2.6 in
November 60°F (15°C) 2.4 in Driest
December 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in

Jesup has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 48°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.6") and November the driest (2.4").

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Jesup is located in Wayne County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 16.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 52% below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 79.7% of the vote, a 59.8-point margin. 86.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 83 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 74.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.7%
D 20%

Winner: Republican by 59.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents32
Avg Accident Severity3.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+82.8%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score4.74
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density596/sq mi
Total Area16.6 sq mi
CountyWayne County County

Services

Broadband Access86.2%
Avg Download Speed89.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities83
Restaurants65
Retail Stores118

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone74.4%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home4.1%
Average costs for common services in Jesup. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit $337 ($193–$530)
Urgent Care Visit $193 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit $2,119 ($770–$4,815)
Dental Cleaning $125 ($72–$193)
Dental Filling $241 ($144–$385)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $72 ($48–$116)
Brake Pad Replacement $289 ($144–$482)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4) $578 ($385–$963)
Battery Replacement $193 ($96–$337)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair $385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install $6,741 ($3,852–$11,556)
Roof Repair $963 ($385–$1,926)
Roof Replacement $8,667 ($5,297–$14,445)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,445 ($482–$3,371)
Divorce (Contested) $14,445 ($4,815–$28,890)
DUI Defense $4,815 ($1,926–$9,630)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,445 ($770–$2,889)
Will Preparation $482 ($193–$963)
Trust Preparation $2,408 ($963–$4,815)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full) $144 ($72–$241)
Manicure $24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $77 ($48–$125)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.95 ($2.89–$5.30)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.37 ($2.41–$4.82)
Loaf of Bread $3.66 ($2.41–$5.30)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.33 ($2.89–$6.26)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.30 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb) $0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $67 ($39–$116)
Internet (Monthly) $67 ($39–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly) $82 ($48–$144)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $193 ($72–$482)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,926 ($1,156–$3,371)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($14–$72)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,156 ($578–$2,408)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $963 ($482–$1,926)
After-School Care (Monthly) $385 ($193–$674)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $963 ($385–$2,408)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,038 ($4,815–$28,890)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $96 ($48–$193)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter $289 ($144–$482)
Cat Spay/Neuter $193 ($96–$385)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$470
Toddler$442
Preschool$442
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$446
Toddler$420
Preschool$420
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Wayne County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 1,479 40 $77,072 2.03
Retail Trade 1,294 128 $32,449 1.46
Construction 821 83 $59,998 1.76
Accommodation & Food Services 736 61 $19,228 0.91
Administrative & Waste Services 205 28 $33,498 0.39
Wholesale Trade 194 7 $63,960 0.56
Transportation & Warehousing 168 17 $55,186 0.45
Other Services 162 44 $30,948 0.61
Finance & Insurance 161 32 $58,071 0.45
Agriculture & Forestry 72 16 $37,978 1.00
Information & Technology 55 9 $20,171 0.33
Real Estate 49 16 $39,935 0.36
Arts & Entertainment 44 10 $26,491 0.30
Utilities 35 4 $101,119 1.04
Unclassified 16 35 $59,924 1.29

Hospitals in Jesup

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
WAYNE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Acute Care Hospitals 3/5 Yes (912) 427-6811

Schools in Jesup

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Wayne County High School High 1,467 90 16.3:1
Jesup Elementary School Elementary 680 49 13.9:1
Arthur Williams Middle School Middle 650 42 15.5:1
Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School Elementary 610 45 13.6:1
Bacon Elementary School Elementary 590 47 12.6:1
Martha Puckett Middle School Middle 561 39 14.4:1
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Radio Stations near Jesup

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WSSI pop music AAC+ 32 kbps

National Parks Near Jesup

14 national parks and monuments found near Jesup.

ParkTypeFee
Crooked River State Park State Park Free
Cumberland Island National Seashore National Seashore $15
Fort Clinch State Park State Park Free
Fort Frederica National Monument National Monument Free
Fort Mcallister State Park State Park Free
Fort Pulaski National Monument National Monument $10
General Coffee State Park State Park Free
George L. Smith State Park State Park Free
Gordonia Alatamaha State Park State Park Free
Gordonia-Alatamaha State Park State Park Free
Jekyll Island State Park State Park Free
Laura Walker State Park State Park Free
Skidaway Island State Park State Park Free
Stephen C. Foster State Park State Park Free

Farmers Markets in Jesup

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Wayne County Farmers Market533 N. 1st Street04/01/2016 to 10/29/2016Fri: 1:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit

Nursing Homes in Jesup

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
HARBORVIEW HEALTH SYSTEMS JESUP
1090 W ORANGE ST
 For profit - Corporation 90 80 5/5 — 3/5 5/5 9124276858
JESUP HEALTH AND REHAB
3100 SAVANNAH HIGHWAY
 For profit - Corporation 72 62 4/5 — 1/5 3/5 9124276873
ALTAMAHA HEALTHCARE CENTER
1311 WEST CHERRY STREET
 For profit - Corporation 62 57 3/5 — 2/5 3/5 9124277792

Pharmacies in Jesup

9 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 5684 348 WEST PINE STREET 912-427-8006
FRED'S - 2055 650 WEST CHERRY STREET 912-530-7570
HARVEYS SUPERMARKET 955 SOUTH 1ST STREET 912-427-7748
JONES DRUG COMPANY 106 EAST CHERRY STREET 912-427-3726
JONES PRESCRIPTION SHOP 101 PEACHTREE STREET 912-427-8826
TOWN AND COUNTRY PHARMACY 192 WEST CHERRY STREET 912-427-4310
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 2630 1100 NORTH 1ST STREET 912-530-6507
WALGREENS - 11792 102 SOUTH 1ST STREET 912-588-1035
WAYNE DRUG COMPANY 192 NORTH FIRST STREET 912-427-4288

EV Charging Stations in Jesup

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
NeSmith Chevrolet Buick GMC1910 E Chenny StBlink Network21J1772 J1772COMBOpublic
City of Jesup - Tesla Destination101 SW Broad StTesla Destination2TESLApublic
FCI Jesup2600 Highway 301 SNon-NetworkedNEMA515private

Cell Towers in Jesup

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
850 Odum Road South (153588)GTOWER106
10579 S. US Highway 301 (153875)LTOWER94
5470 Old Screven Road (82529)GTOWER94
333 Daisy Drive (153994)GTOWER93

Fire Stations in Jesup

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Jesup Fire Department411 W Bay STMostly volunteer912-427-1321
Wayne County Fire Rescue155 N Wayne STVolunteer912-427-5979

Power Plants Near Jesup

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
JESUP PLANTWOOD/WOOD WASTE BIOMASS221117-81.8OP
WESTBERRY JESUPSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-81.9OP

Bridges in Jesup

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete195720017,800P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197221217,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19941,90113,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198844210,900G
CulvertConcrete19883310,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20181567,350G
Tee BeamConcrete19712085,890G
CulvertConcrete1963315,660G
Tee BeamConcrete19711205,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19711705,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19721595,300G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20212104,070G
Tee BeamConcrete19712042,530G
CulvertConcrete1975591,500G
Tee BeamConcrete19712401,430G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19551,9011,230G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19711701,230G
Tee BeamConcrete19711201,230G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19721591,230G
SlabConcrete196090450F
SlabPrestressed concrete2019145390G
Tee BeamConcrete1974240370G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19755030F

Correctional Facilities in Jesup

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
FSL JESUP2600 HIGHWAY 301 SOUTHFEDERAL3991,636OPEN
FCI JESUP2600 HIGHWAY 301 SOUTHFEDERAL980744OPEN
WAYNE COUNTY JAIL1892 S MACON STCOUNTY2170OPEN
FCI JESUP CAMP2600 HIGHWAY 301 SOUTHFEDERAL150128OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Jesup

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Jesup, GA176 Northwest Broad StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Jesup

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
RAYONIER PERFORMANCE FIBERS, LLC4470 SAVANNAH HWYWAYNE

Airports Near Jesup

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Savannah Hilton Head International AirportSAVLarge Airport
Brunswick Golden Isles AirportBQKMedium Airport
Hunter Army Air FieldSVNMedium Airport
St Simons Island AirportSSIMedium Airport
Bacon County Airport—Small Airport
Barbour Island Airport—Small Airport
Baxley Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Bivins Airport—Small Airport
Brantley County Airport—Small Airport
Briggs Field—Small Airport
Camp Oliver Airfield—Small Airport
Cauley's Airstrip—Small Airport
Claxton Evans County Airport—Small Airport
Cypress Lakes Airport—Small Airport
Daystar Strip Airport—Small Airport
Eagle Neck Airport—Small Airport
Evans UAS Strip—Small Airport
Heath Green Skyranch Airport—Small Airport
High Point Airport—Small Airport
Hodges Airpark—Small Airport
Jekyll Island Airport—Small Airport
Jesup Wayne County Airport—Small Airport
Lefty's Landing—Small Airport
Lewis Airport—Small Airport
Liberty County Airport—Small Airport
MidCoast Regional Airport at Wright Army AirfieldLIYSmall Airport
Patterson Island Airport—Small Airport
Remagen Airstrip—Small Airport
Sapelo Island Airport—Small Airport
Sikes Farm Airport—Small Airport
Southern Agricultural Aviation Airport—Small Airport
Swinton Smith Field at Reidsville Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Townsend Air Strip—Small Airport
Vidalia Regional AirportVDISmall Airport
Waycross Ware County AirportAYSSmall Airport

Police Stations in Jesup

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Long County Sheriffs Department6 East Academy Street
Ludowici Police Department214 S McDonald St
Screven Police Station

Grocery Stores in Jesup

36 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
C & D Seafood Inc. Dba/ Shucks Seafood Market 1Specialty Store306 N Hickory St
Country CornerConvenience Store693 N 1st St
CVS PHARMACY 5684Other348 W Pine St
Dollar General 13102Other1420 Rayonier Rd
Dollar General 23277Other101 Empire Rd
Dollar General 25135Other1520 W Cherry St
DOLLAR GENERAL 301Other995 E Cherry St
DOLLAR GENERAL 3859Other868 S 1st St
Dollar Tree 1481Other1047 N 1st St
Family Dollar 668Other460 W Cherry St
Food Lion 2846Supermarket955 S 1st St
Friendly Express 79Convenience Store1190 E Cherry St
Garden Of Eat'nConvenience Store140 SW Broad St
Hurricane's Convenience StoreConvenience Store105 Hinson Mosley Rd
Jesup Discount CornerConvenience Store1105 S 1st St
La Morenita Tienda MexicanaGrocery Store140 S 1st St
Lotto ExpressConvenience Store210 Us Highway 301 S
Lucky's ConvenienceConvenience Store1296 W Cherry St
Mann 2010 LlcConvenience Store111 Sunset Blvd
Minit StopConvenience Store1875 Rayonier Rd
Murphy USA 5619Convenience Store1120 N 1st St
Nouria 291 North 1st Street 859Convenience Store291 N 1st St
Om FoodsConvenience Store1336 Rayonier Rd
Parker's 63Convenience Store4501 Savannah Hwy
PEACHESConvenience Store81 Spring Grove Rd
Piggly Wiggly 272Super Store440 W Cherry St
Q MartConvenience Store148 S 1st St
Radhmin IncConvenience Store3107 Lanes Bridge Rd
Red HillConvenience Store3100 Lanes Bridge Rd
RICKS MEATSOther506 W Cherry St
Shiv DiscountConvenience Store4225 Savannah Hwy
Shivam 2020 LLCConvenience Store1421 S 1st St
Walgreens 11792Other102 S 1st St
Walmart Supercenter 2630Super Store1100 N 1st St
Wawa Store 6307Convenience Store356 W Orange St
Wayne County Farmers MarketFarmers and Markets533 N 1st St

Post Offices in Jesup

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Jesup Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Jesup

29 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ALTAMAHA BAPTIST CHURCH6622 OGLETHORPE RD
ANDERSON DRIVE BAPTIST CHURCH260 ANDERSON DR
APOSTOLIC BIBLE MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 715
BETHLEHEM BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 983
CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH415 E CHERRY ST
CHRIST BAPTIST CHURCH OF JESUP INC1540 W ORANGE ST
CHURCH OF GOD IN UNITY INC155 ROBERT HUNTER CIR
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE937 HWY 301 S
FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH147 EVORS RD
GARDI BAPTIST CHURCH981 MORNING GLORY CIR
GRACE ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 1449
IGLESIA RIOS DE AGUA VIVA INC149 GROVELAND ST
JESUP NEW LIFE MINISTRIES CHURCH INCPO BOX 215
JUDE 22 GLOBAL1910 BETHLEHEM RD
KINGDOM BUILDERS MINISTRIESPO BOX 744
KINGDOM INTL NETWORK SERVICES INCPO BOX 22
LILY AND THE SPARROWPO BOX 102
MASA TAKE BY FORCE MINISTRIES INC1303 S 1ST ST
MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 1156
NEW HOPE FREEWILL FAMILY LIFE CENTER INCPO BOX 1361
NEW LIFE PENTECOSTAL MINISTRIES INC2255 JOEY WILLIAMSON RD
OLD BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 171
PALM-CEDAR MINISTRIES INC511 NURSERY RD
RED HILL BAPTIST CHURCH2574 RED HILL RD
RESURRECTION CHRISTIAN BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 1404
SON RISE BAPTIST CHURCH3140 RAYONIER RD
STANLEY TODD MINISTRIES INC312 RUMPH ST
TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH2061 SPRING GROVE RD
TURNING POINT WORSHIP CENTER1810 S PALM ST

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1
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jesup

What is the population of Jesup?

Jesup has a population of 9,863 residents and is located in Georgia. The population density is 596 people per square mile, spread across 16.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48% female and 52% male.

Is Jesup expensive to live in?

Jesup has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.3 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $48,306, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $152,100 (46% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $676 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Jesup safe?

Public safety is a concern in Jesup, with a violent crime rate of 746 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,575 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Jesup receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Jesup?

Jesup enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 44.

How is the job market in Jesup?

Jesup has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $978. There are 685 business establishments in the area, including 65 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 4.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Jesup?

The median home value in Jesup is $152,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,127. For renters, the median monthly rent is $676. Fair market rent is $1,023 for a 1-bedroom and $1,203 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 62.7%. The average annual property tax is $2,694.

How are the schools in Jesup?

Schools in Jesup have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 16.1% of adults in Jesup hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Jesup?

The obesity rate in Jesup is 44.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.0% of adults are smokers. 32.9% are physically inactive. 19.3% of residents report depression. 17.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 54.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,762.

What is transportation like in Jesup?

The average commute in Jesup is 26 minutes. 74.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Jesup?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Jesup is 61.8% White, 33.4% Black or African American. 98.4% of residents speak only English at home. 7.2% of the population are military veterans. 19.8% of residents have a disability. 86.1% have health insurance coverage.

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