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    OverviewWeatherHousingDemographicsJobsPoliticsCrimeTransportationEducationOutdoorsCulture
    1. Georgia
    2. Jeff Davis County

    Major cities or towns:

    Hazlehurst
    Denton
    Jeff Davis County, Georgia is a rural county located in the southern part of the state. The county has a warm, humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The population is around 15,000, with a majority White and African American demographic. The economy is primarily agricultural, with peanuts, cotton, and timber as major industries. The cost of living is relatively low, and the housing market is affordable, though job opportunities can be limited. The public school system provides K-12 education, and there are no major universities within the county, though nearby colleges are accessible. Healthcare facilities include a small hospital and several clinics. Cultural attractions are limited, but the county offers outdoor recreation opportunities, such as hunting, fishing, and hiking in the surrounding forests and wetlands. Transportation infrastructure is basic, with limited public transit options. Crime rates are generally low, and the community has a small-town, rural character. Overall, Jeff Davis County offers a quiet, affordable lifestyle, but may lack some of the amenities and job opportunities found in more urban areas.

    Demographics

    Population

    15K

    Ethnicity %

    White
    70
    Black
    16
    Asian
    0
    Hispanic
    12

    Median Age

    36.6

    Density

    3 of 10

    46 / Mile²

    Avg Family Size

    3.2

    Religious

    70%

    Foreign Born

    10%

    Veterans

    7.3%

    Adult Smokers

    25%

    Adult Obesity

    37%

    Uninsured

    21%

    Excessive Drinking

    16%

    Poverty Rate

    14%

    Weather

    Sunlight

    5.6 hours winter dailyMostly sunny

    Summer average temp

    95°F

    Winter max temp

    63°F

    Precipitation

    47 in.

    Snowfall (inches)

    0.0 (low)

    Drought risk

    Low

    Earthquake risk

    Very Low

    Wildfire risk

    Very Low

    Tornado risk

    Low

    Hurricane risk

    Very Low

    Crime

    Rank: 3.3 of 10

    (crimes per 1,000 people yearly)

    Violent

    6 (4.1)

    Property

    6 (27)

    Assault

    7 (4.0)

    Larceny (theft)

    5 (17)

    Robbery

    1 (0.1)

    Burglary

    7 (8.3)

    Rape

    1 (0.07)

    Auto Theft

    3 (1.0)

    Murder

    1 (0.00)

    Arson

    1 (0.00)

    Driving deaths involving alcohol

    22%

    Politics and Law

    State politics

    Swing (mixed)

    Abortion laws

    Legal before cardiac cell

    Marijuana laws

    Illegal

    Gun Laws

    No Permits Required

    Democrat

    18%

    Republican

    80%

    State Tax Burden

    7.91%

    Cigarette Tax

    $0.37

    Jobs

    Income (per capita)

    unknown

    Unemployment

    3.7%

    Employment

    58.7%

    Hours worked

    43.2

    Outdoors

    Natural Amenities

    3.7 / 10

    Water Area

    0.61%

    Near park?

    55%

    Beaches

    1-3 hours

    Mountains

    Not near mountains

    Tree Area

    65%

    Housing

    Home Ownership

    66%

    Median Home Price

    $127K

    Average Rent

    $584

    Internet over 25mbps

    75%

    Transportation

    Walkability

    26

    Cycling

    21

    Public Transit

    unknown

    Major Airport

    >2 hours

    Average Commute Time

    21

    Education

    K-12 Test Scores

    4 of 10  

    (avg: -0.13)

    College graduates

    10%

    Culture

    Arts scene

    unknown

    Food awards per 100k

    unknown