Living in Wayne County, Georgia

Wayne County is a county in Georgia with a population of around 29,534. The main communities are Jesup, Screven, Odum.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,363/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $183K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.5%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 65°F) and hot summers (highs around 89°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Wayne County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a predominantly working-class population (13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.