Liberty County

Liberty County, GA has a population of approximately 61,435 people. The racial composition is around 50.2% White, 38.5% African American, 1.9% Asian, and 10.5% Hispanic or Latino. The median age is 28.9 years. There are about 18,376 households with an average household size of 2.61. The median household income is $47,515, and approximately 18.1% of the population lives below the poverty line.

Liberty County, GA, has a median home value of approximately $150,000. Rental costs average around $950 per month for a two-bedroom unit. Home ownership rate is around 52%, with a median household income of $45,000. The housing market has seen an annual appreciation rate of about 4-5%. The area includes diverse housing options, from single-family homes to apartments, catering to military personnel from nearby Fort Stewart. Vacancy rates hover around 10%, indicative of moderate availability. Property taxes are approximately 0.8% of assessed value.

As of the latest data, Liberty County, Georgia conducts elections for various local, state, and national offices.

1. Voter Registration: Approximately 40,000 registered voters.
2. Major Elections: Presidential, Senate, House of Representatives, and local offices such as County Commission and School Board.
3. County Commission: Currently, candidates include incumbents and challengers in various districts.
4. School Board: Regularly contested with candidates focused on education policies.
5. 2022 Midterms: Key races included gubernatorial and congressional seats. Candidates like Stacey Abrams (D) and Brian Kemp (R) for Governor, and Earl "Buddy" Carter (R) for U.S. House.

To stay updated, please refer to the Liberty County Board of Elections and Georgia Secretary of State’s website, as candidate lists and numerical data can change with new elections.

Liberty County, GA, has a high school graduation rate of approximately 85.4%, slightly lower than the national average of around 88% and the Georgia state average of 87.4%. The percentage of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher in Liberty County is approximately 18.8%, which is lower compared to the national average of 32.1% and the Georgia state average of 32.2%. This indicates that while Liberty County has a relatively high rate of high school completion, it lags behind both the state and national averages in higher education attainment.

As of the most recent data, Liberty County, GA, has an employment rate of approximately 95%. The total labor force stands at around 30,000 individuals. The top industries in Liberty County include manufacturing, education, healthcare, and retail trade. Manufacturing is the leading sector, employing around 25% of the workforce, significantly higher than the national average of about 8.5%. Education and healthcare services employ about 20%, roughly aligning with the national average of 23.1%. Retail trade supports approximately 15% of the county's workforce, compared to a national average of 11%. Statewide in Georgia, manufacturing employs around 10%, and education and healthcare combined account for roughly 21%.

In summary, Liberty County has a strong manufacturing sector relative to both state and national levels, with other significant employment in education, healthcare, and retail.

Liberty County, GA has an average household income of approximately $47,518. In comparison, the state of Georgia has an average household income of around $61,980, while the national average is roughly $68,703. This data shows that Liberty County falls below both the state and national income averages.

These figures highlight the economic disparities between Liberty County and broader benchmarks at state and national levels.

Liberty County, GA, has experienced fluctuating crime rates in recent years. According to 2022 data, the overall crime rate stands at about 2,300 incidents per 100,000 residents, lower than the national average. Property crimes make up the majority, while violent crimes are less frequent. Below is a breakdown of crime statistics:

Efforts to enhance community policing and crime prevention programs have contributed to the relatively lower crime rates.