Worth County

As of the most recent data, Worth County, GA, has a population of approximately 20,500. The racial composition includes 67% White, 29% Black or African American, and 4% other races. Median household income is around $37,000 with a poverty rate of 24%. The population is distributed across various age groups, with about 20% under 18, 60% between 18 and 64, and 20% aged 65 and older. The county has an average household size of 2.6 individuals. The region is known for its agricultural economy.

Worth County, GA, has a median home value of approximately $88,500. The median household income in the area is around $36,200. The county has around 11,000 housing units, with an owner-occupancy rate of about 70%. About 14% of housing units are vacant. The average rental cost is roughly $650 per month. Housing costs are relatively low compared to state and national averages, reflecting the rural nature of the county.

As of the latest updates, Worth County, GA holds various local elections that include positions such as County Commissioners, Board of Education members, Sheriff, Probate Judge, and Tax Commissioner. Voter turnout statistics and specific numerical values vary for each election cycle.

For example, in the 2020 general elections, approximately 70% of registered voters in Worth County participated. Candidates for recent county elections have included Republican and Democratic nominees, alongside occasional independent candidates. For the Board of Commissioners, recent candidates included incumbents such as Billy McDonald and challengers like Frederick "Rick" Strickland.

Please refer to the Worth County Board of Elections and Registration or the Georgia Secretary of State's website for the most current and detailed election data, candidate lists, and official results.

As of the latest available data, Worth County, GA shows the following educational attainment levels among residents aged 25 and older: approximately 73% hold at least a high school diploma, while around 12% possess a bachelor's degree or higher. In comparison, the national average for high school completion is about 88%, and roughly 33% of people in the U.S. hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. For the state of Georgia, approximately 87% of residents have completed high school, and around 31% hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Thus, Worth County trails behind both national and state averages in educational attainment, particularly in higher education. These figures suggest that Worth County has significant room for improvement in elevating educational levels to align more closely with broader benchmarks.

Worth County, GA, has a population of approximately 20,000 people and a workforce participation rate of around 55%. Unemployment in Worth County hovers around 5%, slightly above the national average of 4% as of 2022, but aligned with the state of Georgia's rate.

Top industries in Worth County include agriculture, manufacturing, and retail. Agriculture dominates, particularly in peanuts, cotton, and poultry production. These sectors collectively employ a significant portion of the local workforce.

In contrast to national averages, Worth County has a higher percentage employed in agriculture (around 20% vs. 1.3% nationally), while sectors like professional services and information technology are underrepresented. At the state level, Georgia also emphasizes agriculture but has more diversification in sectors like logistics and technology compared to Worth County. Overall, this rural county's economy is more localized and less diverse than both national and broader state profiles.

As of the most recent data, the median household income in Worth County, GA, is approximately $42,000. Comparatively, the median household income for the state of Georgia is around $61,000. Nationally, the median household income stands at approximately $68,700.

Worth County's median income is significantly lower than both the state and national averages, indicating a disparity that could affect economic opportunities and quality of life in the area.

As of the latest available data, Worth County, GA, has a mixed crime rate. The crime rate per 1,000 residents is estimated at around 30.5. Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime.

These figures offer a snapshot but can vary annually. They help identify the need for targeted law enforcement and community interventions.