Waynesboro, GA

Georgia · Burke County · Augusta-Richmond County Metro

Waynesboro is a small city in Georgia with a population of 5,700. Residents earn $36,156 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
5,700 Population 1,042/sq mi density
$36,156 Median Income $17,950 per capita
$96,000 Home Value $188,580 Zillow
$752 Median Rent 32.6% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature
216 Violent Crime/100K 1,666 property/100K
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$36,156 median income, 10.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,000 home value, $752/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
216 violent crimes/100K (43% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $36,156
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,000
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 216/100K
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.1%
181% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.7%
188% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,700
Median Age28.2 yrs
Density1,042/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 22%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

F
Median Income$36,156
Per Capita$17,950
Unemployment10.1%
Poverty35.7%
County GDP$3,939M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,000
Rent$752
Ownership37.1%
Zillow$188,580
Housing Units2,351
Rent Burden32.6%

Crime

F
Violent216/100K
Property1,666/100K

Health

Obesity43.1%
Uninsured13.3%
Smoking20.1%
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Elevation276 ft (84 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+89.0%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score4.35

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute20 min
Broadband89.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Waynesboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waynesboro receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Waynesboro has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waynesboro is $36,156, 52% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 35.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waynesboro is $96,000, 66% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Waynesboro is below the national average at 216 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,666 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Waynesboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches.

Waynesboro has a population of 5,700 with a density of 1,042 people per square mile, spread across 5.5 square miles. The median age is 28.2 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.9% female and 45.1% male. The city is predominantly Black (73.5%), with 22.3% White, 4.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96% of residents. 5.1% of the population are veterans. 8.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 86.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,700
Total Population
2023 Census
1,042
People / sq mi
28.2yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
5.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Waynesboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish 3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waynesboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waynesboro is $36,156, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,950 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,533. The unemployment rate is 10.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 35.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 476 business establishments, including 36 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.3, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Waynesboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,156
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,950
Avg Weekly Wage$1,533
IRS Avg AGI$55,747
Gini Index0.519 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.1%
181% above US avg
Poverty Rate35.7%
188% above US avg
Establishments (County)476
County GDP$3,939M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare31
Retail66
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,462
30% below US avg
Cost of Living96.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Waynesboro is $96,000, 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,580, higher than the Census estimate. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $230,000 with homes selling in an average of 14 days. Homes sell for 96.2% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% 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. 37.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,351 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $2,462 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 32.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,000
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$188,580
Redfin Median Sale$230,000
Median List Price$99,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median Sale Price$230,000
Median List Price$99,900
$/Sq Ft$186
Homes Sold1
Days on Market14 days
Sale-to-List Ratio96.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden32.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership37.1%
Owner-Occupied37.1%
Renter-Occupied62.9%
Housing Units2,351
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,462
30% below US avg
Effective Rate2.56%
In Waynesboro, 43.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 44.4% have high blood pressure. 20.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.8% report binge drinking. 36.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.6% report depression. 21.5% experience frequent mental distress. 13.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,039. The dentist ratio is 1:8,129. 40.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes17.3%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure44.4%
Asthma12.4%
COPD8.9%
Cancer5.6%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.1%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.8%
Physical Inactivity36.7%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress17.1%
Short Sleep44.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.7%
Uninsured13.3%
55% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,039
Dentists1:8,129
Mental Health1:2,222
Checkup Rate79.7%
Dental Visits49.5%
Premature Death12,349/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access40.2%
Healthcare Facilities31
Waynesboro has a violent crime rate of 216 per 100,000 residents, 43% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,666 per 100,000, 15% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Waynesboro receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent216.4/100K
43% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,666.4/100K
15% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents63
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Waynesboro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Geography

Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Area5.5 sq mi (14.2 km²)
Population Density1,042/sq mi
Coordinates33.0913°N, 82.0143°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBurke County County
Nearest AirportAugusta Regional At Bush Field (AGS)
19 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.2"
27% above US avg
Snowfall 0.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.13"
Driest Month (Nov) 2.80"

Air Quality

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score37.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability70.8 / 100
Community Resilience60.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

36 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 23, 2025.

Feb 15, 2014 12 km ENE of Parksville, South Carolina M4.1 81 km
Jun 18, 2022 7 km E of Stillmore, Georgia M3.9 72 km
Jul 13, 2003 6 km N of Cobbtown, Georgia M3.6 85 km
Jan 18, 2000 11 km SSE of Gray, Georgia M3.5 137 km
Mar 18, 2003 11 km S of Rayle, Georgia M3.5 105 km
Jan 3, 1992 4 km ENE of Willington, South Carolina M3.4 106 km
Dec 7, 2009 4 km WNW of Deepstep, Georgia M3.2 93 km
Aug 8, 1993 12 km ENE of Aiken, South Carolina M3.2 69 km
Jun 20, 2017 6 km SW of Augusta, Georgia M3.2 37 km
Apr 4, 2009 15 km N of Milledgeville, Georgia M3.1 111 km
Aug 23, 2025 3 km N of Coronaca, South Carolina M3.0 133 km
Feb 16, 2014 13 km WNW of Edgefield, South Carolina M3.0 82 km
Feb 18, 2005 7 km ENE of Irmo, South Carolina M2.9 142 km
Aug 23, 2025 3 km NNW of Coronaca, South Carolina M2.9 134 km
Sep 18, 1996 6 km E of Clarks Hill, South Carolina M2.8 66 km
Apr 26, 2013 9 km E of Lincolnton, Georgia M2.8 83 km
Apr 6, 2017 6 km WSW of Sparta, Georgia M2.7 97 km
Sep 2, 2001 10 km SW of Plum Branch, South Carolina M2.7 85 km
Jul 5, 2025 11 km ENE of Parksville, South Carolina M2.7 82 km
Apr 23, 1993 14 km E of Mount Zion, Georgia M2.7 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

13 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Helene (2024, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Helene Category 2 233 km
2023 Idalia Category 1 255 km
2022 Ian Category 1 263 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 270 km
2019 Dorian Category 3 283 km
2018 Michael Category 3 208 km
2016 Matthew Category 2 180 km
2004 Charley Category 1 234 km
2004 Gaston Category 1 225 km
1999 Irene Category 1 282 km
1989 Hugo Category 4 166 km
1985 Bob Category 1 173 km
1985 Kate Category 1 225 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

336 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 17 fatalities, 347 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 13, 2020 EF4 80 km 5
Apr 5, 2022 EF3 74 km 0
Apr 5, 2022 EF3 62 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF3 72 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF3 70 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF3 48 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF3 63 km 2
Apr 13, 2020 EF3 35 km 0
Apr 10, 2009 EF3 17 km 0
Apr 10, 2009 EF3 48 km 0
Apr 10, 2009 EF3 89 km 0
Apr 10, 2009 EF3 39 km 0
Feb 18, 2009 EF3 84 km 1
May 11, 2008 EF3 93 km 0
May 11, 2008 EF3 99 km 0
May 7, 1998 EF3 88 km 0
May 7, 1998 EF3 65 km 1
Nov 22, 1992 EF3 79 km 1
Apr 23, 1983 EF3 53 km 0
Jan 13, 1972 EF3 42 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (8,427 ac, 2009).

Year Name Acres Distance
2009 UNNAMED 8,427 47 km
2014 UNNAMED 3,897 76 km
2019 UNNAMED 3,772 76 km
2010 UNNAMED 2,968 48 km
2021 C-326/327 LC 2,852 61 km
2010 UNNAMED 2,796 49 km
2008 UNNAMED 2,711 49 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,654 86 km
2010 UNNAMED 2,532 76 km
2008 UNNAMED 2,407 29 km
2010 UNNAMED 2,330 53 km
2018 UNNAMED 2,262 52 km
2009 UNNAMED 2,228 42 km
2009 UNNAMED 2,216 29 km
2020 C-56 RX BURN 2,183 52 km
2018 C- 80 RX BURN 2,173 49 km
2022 C-297 LC 2,060 79 km
1999 UNNAMED 1,950 92 km
2008 UNNAMED 1,848 79 km
2008 UNNAMED 1,794 51 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 49°F (10°C) 4.3 in
March 56°F (13°C) 4.6 in
April 63°F (17°C) 3.5 in
May 71°F (22°C) 2.8 in
June 78°F (26°C) 5.1 in Wettest
July 81°F (27°C) 5.0 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 4.6 in
September 75°F (24°C) 3.7 in
October 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in
November 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in Driest
December 48°F (9°C) 4.3 in

Waynesboro has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 46°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.1") and November the driest (2.8").

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Waynesboro is located in Burke County. It is classified as Metro / 250K-1M, part of a metropolitan area. 13.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 60% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 54.4% of the vote, a 9.3-point margin. 89.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 31 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.4%
D 45.1%

Winner: Republican by 9.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents63
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+89.0%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score4.35
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K-1M
Population Density1,042/sq mi
Total Area5.5 sq mi
CountyBurke County County

Services

Broadband Access89.7%
Avg Download Speed71.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed43.1 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants36
Retail Stores66

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%
Average costs for common services in Waynesboro. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

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 Burke County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 811 71 $33,944 1.09
Wholesale Trade 491 28 $61,359 1.68
Manufacturing 286 10 $67,678 0.47
Professional & Technical Services 225 32 $137,960 0.44
Construction 215 46 $77,092 0.55
Finance & Insurance 122 24 $49,324 0.40
Other Services 100 22 $24,879 0.45
Real Estate 23 13 $36,088 0.20
Unclassified 11 24 $52,970 1.06
Information & Technology 10 5 $33,053 0.07

Hospitals in Waynesboro

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
BURKE MEDICAL CENTER Acute Care Hospitals - Yes (706) 554-4435

Schools in Waynesboro

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Burke County High School High 1,170 77 15.2:1
Waynesboro Primary School Elementary 961 70 13.7:1
Burke County Middle School Middle 882 68 13.0:1
Blakeney Elementary Elementary 703 60 11.7:1
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Radio Stations near Waynesboro

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
All Blues Radio blues MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Waynesboro

18 national parks and monuments found near Waynesboro.

ParkTypeFee
A. H. Stephens State Park State Park Free
Aiken State Park State Park Free
Baker Creek State Park State Park Free
Balls Ferry State Park State Park Free
Barnwell State Park State Park Free
Dreher Island State Park State Park Free
Elijah Clarke State Park State Park Free
George L. Smith State Park State Park Free
Gordonia-Alatamaha State Park State Park Free
Hamburg Outdoor Recreation Area State Park Free
Hamilton Branch State Park State Park Free
Hickory Knob State Resort Park State Park Free
Lake Warren State Park State Park Free
Lincol State Park State Park Free
Little Ocmulgee State Park State Park Free
Magnolia Springs State Park State Park Free
Mistletoe State Park State Park Free
Wildwood Park State Park Free

Trails Near Waynesboro

1 trails found near Waynesboro.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
FORKS TRAIL 5.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -

Museums in Waynesboro

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BURKE COUNTY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7065544889$125,426
BURKE COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SILVER BLUFF AUDUBON CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM

Hotels in Waynesboro

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hampton Inn Waynesboro
Quality Inn

Restaurants in Waynesboro

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Huddle House

Gas Stations in Waynesboro

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

A&A
A&W One Stop
Chevron
El Cheapo

Banks in Waynesboro

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Queensborough Bank

Golf Courses in Waynesboro

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Waynesboro Country Club

Nursing Homes in Waynesboro

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
BRENTWOOD HEALTH AND REHABILITATION
115 BRENTWOOD DRIVE
Non profit - Other 103 92 2/5 - 1/5 3/5 7065544425

Pharmacies in Waynesboro

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BURKE APOTHECARY 201 DOGWOOD DRIVE 706-554-5133
CVS - 3778 269 SOUTH LIBERTY STREET 706-554-2186
LIBERTY SQUARE PHARMACY 119 WEST 6TH STREET 706-554-7000
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 2754 1500 NORTH LIBERTY STREET 706-437-8981
WALGREENS - 12107 400 SOUTH LIBERTY STREET 706-437-7977

Cell Towers in Waynesboro

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1130 BLACK ROAD (153617)GTOWER108
US 520 EXIT S ON GA HWY 56 26 MILES TO HANCOCK LANDING RIVER ROAD (153596)GTOWER95
235 Spring Branch Church Road (58798)LTOWER84
1741 Camp Angehele RoadTOWER76

Fire Stations in Waynesboro

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Burke County Emergency Management Agency277 HWY 24 SCareer706-554-6651
Waynesboro Fire Department706 Liberty STMostly career706-554-8037

Power Plants Near Waynesboro

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
WILSONPETROLEUM LIQUIDS221112-81.8OP
VOGTLENUCLEAR221113-81.8OP
WAYNESBORO COMMUNITY SOLARSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-81.8OP
SHAWNEE - GASOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-82.0OP
WHITE OAK SOLAR, LLCSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-82.1OP

Bridges in Waynesboro

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200514714,400G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200888513,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200819713,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200560211,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196814011,200F
CulvertConcrete1979298,850G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20081428,840G
CulvertConcrete1930218,440G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20058858,030G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20051978,030G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19955007,500G
CulvertConcrete1983266,950G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20056026,060G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19941666,060G
CulvertConcrete1936324,430G
CulvertConcrete1936324,430G
CulvertConcrete1926291,920G
Tee BeamConcrete19261561,920F
CulvertConcrete1926321,920G
CulvertConcrete1987501,710G
CulvertConcrete1931231,520G
Tee BeamConcrete19591601,490F
Tee BeamConcrete19592401,490F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete202080970G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1968640710G
Tee BeamConcrete1957102630G
Tee BeamConcrete196699370F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1980120130G

Correctional Facilities in Waynesboro

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
BURKE COUNTY JAIL225 STATE HIGHWAY 24 SOUTHCOUNTY-999-999OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Waynesboro

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
RESOLUTE FP AUGUSTA LLC2434 DOUG BARNARD PARKWAYRICHMOND

Airports Near Waynesboro

44 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Augusta Regional At Bush FieldAGSMedium Airport
Daniel FieldDNLMedium Airport
Aiken Regional AirportAIKSmall Airport
Allendale County Airport-Small Airport
Aubrey's Airpark-Small Airport
Barnwell Regional AirportBNLSmall Airport
Briar Patch Airport-Small Airport
Buckeye Field-Small Airport
Burke County Airport-Small Airport
Carpenter Airport-Small Airport
Critter Creek Airport-Small Airport
Daniels Airport-Small Airport
Darla's Airport-Small Airport
Davis Airport-Small Airport
Eagles Nest-Fairview Airpark-Small Airport
Edgefield County Airport-Small Airport
Emanuel County Airport-Small Airport
Hacienda De Gay Airstrip-Small Airport
Harman Airport-Small Airport
HIA Airport-Small Airport
Holt Airpark-Small Airport
Landings East Sylvania Airport-Small Airport
Leitner Airstrip-Small Airport
Louisville Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Mack's Patch-Derrick Field-Small Airport
Metter Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Midville International Airport-Small Airport
Millen Airport-Small Airport
Millhaven Airport-Small Airport
Paces South Farms Airport-Small Airport
Pea Patch Aerodrome-Small Airport
Pegasus Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Perry International Airport-Small Airport
Plantation Airpark-Small Airport
Polecat Aerodrome-Small Airport
Sandy Hill Airport-Small Airport
Statesboro Bulloch County AirportTBRSmall Airport
Swaids Field-Small Airport
Thomson-McDuffie County Airport-Small Airport
Treutlen County Airport-Small Airport
Twin Lakes Airport-Small Airport
Vanguard Landing-Small Airport
Wexford Landing Airport-Small Airport
Wrens Memorial Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Waynesboro

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Burke County Sheriff

Grocery Stores in Waynesboro

19 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
5 A's Veggies And Produce LlcFarmers and Markets380 Nathaniel Howard Rd
Burke Co School Nutrition Program Farmers MarketFarmers and Markets855 N Liberty St
CVS Pharmacy 3778Other317 S Liberty St
Dollar General 31448Other152 Hwy 56 N
Dollar General 6674Other509 W 6th St
Dollar Tree 1518Other325 Hopkins Corner Dr
El CheapoConvenience Store253 S Liberty St
Family Dollar 117Other110 E 7th St
Gas Pro Travel CenterConvenience Store71 GA Highway 56 N
Guru GroceryConvenience Store740 E 7th St
Jet Food Store 5Convenience Store1201 N Liberty St
Jolly FoodplusConvenience Store545 E 6th St
Kj's Market-Waynesboro 695Supermarket208 W 6th St
Liberty Food MartConvenience Store541 S Liberty St
Murphy USA 5816Convenience Store1500 A North Liberty St.
Quick StopConvenience Store517 W 6th St
STOP-N-SHOPConvenience Store249 E 6th St
Walgreens 12107Other400 S Liberty St
Walmart S/C 2754Super Store1500 N Liberty St

Post Offices in Waynesboro

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Waynesboro Post Office240 East 6th Street

DOL Wage Violations in Waynesboro

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $477,319 in back wages owed to 202 employees.

5
Violations
$477,319
Back Wages Owed
202
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
SOUTHERN NUCLEAR OPERATING COMPANY, INC. SIGNIFICANT Southern Nuclear Operating Company 30830 Electric Power Distribution 1 $459,104 $2,551 180
Richmond County Constructors, LLC - - 30830 - 1 $9,517 $9,517 1
DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home - - 30830 - 1 $6,112 $764 8
COLLINS GIN, LLC [OSHA] - - 30830 Cotton Ginning 1 $1,522 $138 11
Thomson Roofing & Metal Company - - 30830 - 1 $1,065 $533 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Waynesboro

18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ARK OF SAFETY FELLOWSHIP ASSOCIATION INC220 COUNCIL ST
AUGUSTA CONFERENCE RICHARD ALLEN YOUNG ADULT COUNCIL527 W 7TH ST
BIBLE CHURCH OF THE CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIANCE INCPO BOX 903
BIG HOPE BEARDEN MINISTRIES INC411 S LIBERTY ST
BOTSFORD BAPTIST CHURCH825 BOTSFORD CHURCH RD
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH8594 HWY 23 S
DELIVERANCE SCHOOL OF MINISTRYPO BOX 888
ETERNAL LIFE CHRISTIAN CENTER-MUGS MINISTRIES101 PINE CONE RD
FIRST METHODIST CHRUCH802 LIBERTY ST
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF WAYNES BORO GEORGIA INCPO BOX 603
FULL COUNSEL OF CHRIST MINISTRIES INC196 BATES RD
GREEN GROVE A M E ZION CHURCH243 N COLLEGE AVE
MCBEAN BAPTIST CHURCH4457 HIGHWAY 56 NORTH
RHEMA MIRACLE TEMPLE OUTREACH INC108 E 13TH ST
ROSEMONT HEIGHTS BAPTIST CHURCH522 US HIGHWAY 25 N
SOUTH ATLANTIC MENNONITE CONFERENCE INC535 COHEN RD
SOUTH ATLANTIC MENNONITE CONFERENCE INC5554 GEORGIA HWY 565
WAYNESBORO DELIVERANCE EVANGELISTIC CHURCH INC938 OLD MILLEN HWY

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Historic Markers
13
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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UFO Sightings
3
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Historic Markers Near Waynesboro

13 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Waynesboro.

Name Description
Washington’s Southern Tour Marker is on North Liberty Street (U.S. 25) near Sixth / Peace Street (Georgia Route 56).
Cavalry Skirmish at Thomas' Station Marker is at the intersection of U.S. 25 and Idlewood Road when traveling north on U.S. 25. <font color=red> Reported missing.</font>
The Cavalry Actions at Waynesboro Marker is at the intersection of South Liberty Street (U.S. 25) and State Highway 24 on South Liberty Street.
Waynesborough Marker is at the intersection of E. 6th Street and N. Liberty Street, on the right when traveling west on E. 6th Street.
Burke County Marker is at the intersection of North Liberty Street (U.S. 25) and Court Street, on the right when traveling north on North Liberty Street.
Burke County's 8 Governors Marker is at the intersection of N. Liberty St (U.S. 25) and W. 6th Street (Georgia Route 56/80) on N. Liberty St.
First Presbyterian Church »—&#8594;. Marker is at the intersection of Myrick Street and Williams Street, on the right when traveling north on Myrick Street.
Botsford Church - 1773 &#8594;. Marker is on Botsford Church Road, 0.1 miles east of Cemetery Road, on the right when traveling west.
Old Quaker Road Marker is at the intersection of South Liberty Street (State Highway 24) and U.S. 25, on the left when traveling west on South Liberty Street.
Shell Bluff Marker is at the intersection of North Liberty Street (U.S. 25) and East 7th Street, on the right when traveling north on North Liberty Street.
Skirmish at Ivanhoe Plantation <i>Catharine Whitehead Rowland's Diary</i>. Marker is on West Quaker Road, 1.9 miles west of Cohen Road, on the right when traveling west.
Skirmish at Rocky Creek Church Marker is at the intersection of Georgia Route 24 and Rocky Creek Church Road, on the left when traveling west on State Route 24. <font color=red> Reported missing.</font>
The J.D. Roberts Home <i>A Witness to the Battles for Waynesborough</i>. Marker is on South Liberty Street (U.S. 25) south of 6th Street, on the left when traveling south.

UFO Sightings Near Waynesboro

3 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Waynesboro.

Name Year Description
Waynesboro, GA 2013 Two different types: one that flashes ...it almost looks like a star that&#39s really close that appears and disappears&#44 moves up and down
Waynesboro, GA 2011 While riding in car I snapped a picture of this craft moving north at a high rate of speed.
Shell bluff, GA 2004 We saw this bright object on a cold night while hunting.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Waynesboro

What is the population of Waynesboro?

Waynesboro has a population of 5,700 residents and is located in Georgia. The population density is 1,042 people per square mile, spread across 5.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.9% female and 45.1% male.

Is Waynesboro expensive to live in?

Waynesboro 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 $36,156, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $96,000 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Waynesboro safe?

Waynesboro is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 216 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,666 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Waynesboro receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Waynesboro?

Waynesboro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches.

How is the job market in Waynesboro?

The job market in Waynesboro faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,533. There are 476 business establishments in the area, including 36 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 5.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Waynesboro?

The median home value in Waynesboro is $96,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,580. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $230,000, with homes typically selling within 14 days. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. Fair market rent is $1,023 for a 1-bedroom and $1,203 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 37.1%. The average annual property tax is $2,462.

How are the schools in Waynesboro?

Schools in Waynesboro have an average test score of 4.3 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 13.6% of adults in Waynesboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Waynesboro?

The obesity rate in Waynesboro is 43.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.1% of adults are smokers. 36.7% are physically inactive. 20.6% of residents report depression. 13.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 40.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,039.

What is transportation like in Waynesboro?

The average commute in Waynesboro is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Waynesboro?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Waynesboro is 22.3% White, 73.5% Black or African American, 4.1% Hispanic or Latino. 96% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.2% speak Spanish. 5.1% of the population are military veterans. 8.8% of residents have a disability. 86.7% have health insurance coverage.

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