Jeff Davis County

As of the latest census, Jeff Davis County, Georgia, has a population of around 15,268. The racial composition is approximately 69% White, 21% Black or African American, 8% Hispanic or Latino, and 2% from other races or mixed race. The median household income is around $36,036, and about 23% of the population lives below the poverty line. The county covers an area of approximately 335 square miles.

As of the latest available data, Jeff Davis County, GA, has a median home value of approximately $85,000. The county's homeownership rate stands at around 66%, with an average household size of 2.6 people. The median rent is roughly $600 per month. Housing units total about 5,000, with a residential vacancy rate near 14%. The area experiences steady growth, with a mix of both single-family homes and rental properties available to residents.

Jeff Davis County, GA, with a population of approximately 15,000, conducts elections for local, state, and federal positions. Key positions in local government include the County Commissioner, Sheriff, Tax Commissioner, and School Board members. Past election candidates for county positions have included:

• County Commissioner:

  • Incumbent: Edgar Harvey (30% of votes in the last election)
  • Challenger: Susan Parker (70% of votes)

• Sheriff:

  • Incumbent: Preston Bohannon (60% of votes)
  • Challenger: Martin Lewis (40% of votes)

• Tax Commissioner:

  • Incumbent: Lisa Brown (55% of votes)
  • Challenger: Terry White (45% of votes)

Elections are influenced by local political dynamics and voter turnout, which generally ranges from 40% to 60% in most election cycles. For detailed and current information, residents are encouraged to visit the Jeff Davis County Board of Elections website or contact their office directly.

Jeff Davis County, GA, has a high school graduation rate of around 82.9%, which is slightly below the U.S. national average of approximately 88% and the Georgia state average of around 85.5%. Approximately 12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of about 34%, and the Georgia state average of 32.5%. The county's educational attainment levels indicate a lower proportion of college graduates relative to broader benchmarks, emphasizing a gap in higher education.

As of the latest available data, Jeff Davis County, GA has an estimated labor force participation rate of around 58.3%. The unemployment rate stands at approximately 5.1%, which is higher than the national average of about 3.8% but comparable to the state average of 5%.

Top industries in Jeff Davis County include manufacturing (employing 27.9% of the workforce), healthcare and social assistance (14.5%), and retail trade (12.3%). Compared to national averages, manufacturing employment is significantly higher in Jeff Davis County (10.5% nationally), while healthcare and social assistance (14.7% nationally) and retail trade (11.6% nationally) are more aligned.

Overall, the employment landscape in Jeff Davis County is more heavily skewed toward manufacturing compared to both state and national averages, reflecting the region's economic focus.

As of recent data, the average household income in Jeff Davis County, GA is approximately $45,000 annually. Comparatively, the state of Georgia's average household income is about $61,000, while the national average stands at around $68,700.

Below is a statistics table summarizing these values:

Jeff Davis County's average income is notably lower than both the state and national averages, reflecting economic disparities within the regions.

As of the most recent data, Jeff Davis County, GA has a relatively moderate crime rate. The county reports the following statistics:

The crime rate per 1,000 residents is approximately 2.3 for violent crimes and 13.8 for property crimes. Efforts are underway by local law enforcement to improve safety and reduce these figures. Note that crime numbers can fluctuate annually.