Evans County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Evans County, GA has a population of approximately 10,849. The racial composition is 55.2% White, 24.3% Black or African American, 16.8% Hispanic or Latino, 1.5% Asian, and 2.2% from two or more races. The median household income is around $38,000, and about 22.6% of the population lives below the poverty line. The county’s population is slightly younger with a median age of 36.5 years.

As of the most recent data, Evans County, GA, has a median home value of approximately $123,000. The median household income stands at around $45,700. Renters can expect to pay a median monthly rent of roughly $646. The homeownership rate in the county is about 68.5%, and the average property tax is around $800 annually. The housing market has seen moderate appreciation rates, contributing to overall affordable living conditions compared to national averages.

Evans County, Georgia, conducts elections for various local and state positions. The county, as part of the Georgia state elections, observes the same statewide election dates. Voter turnout varies by election type; for example, the 2020 General Election saw around 3,709 ballots cast, reflecting a high participation rate typical of presidential election years.

Candidates for local offices frequently change per election cycle. In the most recent county elections, positions such as County Commissioner, Board of Education members, Sheriff, and other local offices were contested. Specific candidate names depend on the current election year and the offices up for election. For up-to-date and detailed candidate information, residents should refer to the Evans County Board of Elections or the Georgia Secretary of State's official website.

Always check official sources close to the election dates for the latest information on candidates and election results.

As of the latest data, Evans County, GA has an education profile that shows progress but still trails behind state and national averages in some areas. Approximately 79% of Evans County residents aged 25 and older have a high school diploma or higher, compared to the national average of about 88% (2021) and the Georgia state average of 87.4%. When it comes to higher education, around 15% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, whereas the national average stands at roughly 33%, and the state average is 33.4%. This indicates that while basic education attainment is relatively high, Evans County still lags in higher education levels compared to broader benchmarks. Efforts to improve educational attainment could enhance local socio-economic opportunities.

As of the latest available data, Evans County, GA, has a labor force participation rate of approximately 55.6%, which is lower than both the national average of around 61% and the Georgia state average of about 62.8%. The unemployment rate in Evans County is approximately 3.4%, closely aligning with the national average of around 3.5% and slightly lower than Georgia's average of 3.6%.

Top industries in Evans County include manufacturing, healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and agriculture. Manufacturing employs around 23% of the workforce, higher than the national average of approximately 8.5% and Georgia's average of 11%. Healthcare and social assistance employ about 19%, which is on par with the national average but aligns with Georgia's average of 12%. Retail trade and agriculture also play significant roles, employing 12% and 10% of the workforce, respectively, compared to national averages of 11% and 1.6%.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Evans County, GA, is approximately $41,000. This figure is significantly lower than both the national median household income, which stands at around $68,700, and the Georgia state median of roughly $61,200. The income disparity highlights economic challenges within the county compared to broader state and national contexts.

These figures illustrate that households in Evans County tend to earn less than the average household in Georgia and the United States overall. Efforts to understand and address these economic discrepancies are crucial for local policymakers.

As of the most recent data, Evans County, GA, has relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. The crime rate in Evans County stands at 13.45 per 1,000 residents annually. Below is a breakdown of specific crime types and their occurrence rates (per 1,000 residents):

Note: These values are indicative and may vary with new data. Always refer to local law enforcement updates for the latest figures.