Quitman County

Quitman County, GA has a population of approximately 2,300 people. The racial composition is about 49% African American, 47% White, and 4% Hispanic or Latino and other races. The median household income is around $32,000, with about 30% of the population living below the poverty line. The county has a higher proportion of senior residents, with approximately 20% aged 65 or older. The area is primarily rural, with a population density of around 15 people per square mile.

As of recent data, Quitman County, GA has a median home value of approximately $72,000. The homeownership rate stands at around 70%, with the median rent at roughly $650 per month. The county has a housing unit density of about 10 units per square mile. Approximately 20% of housing units are vacant. Most homes are single-family residences, with an average household size of approximately 2.5 persons. Housing affordability is generally favorable compared to national averages.

As of the most recent available data, Quitman County, GA, holds elections for various local positions, including the County Commission, Sheriff, and Board of Education. The county generally has low voter turnout due to its small population of around 2,300 residents.

In the 2022 general election, key races included:

1. County Commission: Two seats were contested. Candidates included incumbents and new challengers, with each receiving between 100-300 votes due to the small voter base.
2. Sheriff: Incumbent Sheriff faced opposition, with vote counts typically ranging between 500-700 total votes.
3. Board of Education: Several seats were up for election, with candidates receiving votes in the lower hundreds.

State and federal elections also occur, with Quitman County participating in Georgia’s broader electoral process. Specific candidates vary by election year and party primary results.

As of the most recent data, Quitman County, GA has comparatively low educational attainment rates. Approximately 74.5% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, significantly below the national average of 88% and the Georgia state average of 87.4%. Furthermore, around 7.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is starkly lower than the national average of 33.1% and the Georgia state average of 31.3%. These figures illustrate that Quitman County lags behind both state and national educational attainment levels.

Quitman County, GA, has employment largely concentrated in a few key industries. According to recent data:

• Total Labor Force: ~900
• Unemployment Rate: ~5% (compared to the national average of ~3.6% and Georgia's state average of ~3.3%)

Top Industries:

1. Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, and Hunting
2. Health Care and Social Assistance
3. Educational Services

Agriculture remains a dominant sector, reflecting the rural nature of the county. Health care and education are significant but less so than national and state averages which lean more towards technology, finance, and service industries. Employment in health care and education is slightly below the national average but on par with state trends in more rural areas.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Quitman County, Georgia, is approximately $31,000. This figure is significantly lower than both the state and national averages. The median household income for the state of Georgia is around $61,980, while the national average stands at approximately $68,700.

Quitman County’s median income reflects local economic challenges, underscoring a disparity when compared to broader state and national economic conditions.

As of the most recent data, Quitman County, GA, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages.

Crime Statistics (per 100,000 people)

This indicates that while violent crime is reasonably low, property crime, particularly theft and burglary, represents a more significant concern in Quitman County. It's always advisable to review local law enforcement data for the most updated information.