Glynn County

As of the 2020 Census, Glynn County, GA has a population of approximately 84,499. The racial composition is about 67.5% White, 26.9% Black or African American, and 2.1% Asian. Hispanic or Latino individuals make up around 7.8% of the population. The median household income stands at $56,358, and the poverty rate is about 15.4%. The population is relatively young, with a median age of 41.2 years. The county also features a mix of urban and rural environments, with key communities including Brunswick and St. Simons Island.

As of 2023, Glynn County, GA, has a median home price of approximately $300,000. The housing market has seen a 5% year-over-year increase. The median rent for a one-bedroom apartment is around $1,100 per month. Homeownership rate is about 70%, and the county has a vacancy rate of 12%. Glynn County features a mix of single-family homes, condos, and townhouses, with properties typically ranging from $200,000 to over $1 million, depending on location and size. Popular areas include St. Simons Island and Brunswick.

Glynn County, GA, regularly holds elections for various local, state, and federal offices. Specific races include seats on the Glynn County Board of Commissioners and the Glynn County Board of Education, as well as city council positions in Brunswick, the county seat. Voter turnout in these elections can vary but typically ranges from 20% to 50%, depending on the election's significance.

In the 2022 midterm elections, key positions included the Governor's race, U.S. House District 1, and local offices like the Glynn County Commissioner seats. Candidates for the Board of Commissioners included Republican David Sweat and Democrat Allison Tippin. Detailed results and additional candidate information are provided by the Glynn County Board of Elections. For precise, up-to-date details on current election cycles and candidates, you can access the Glynn County Board of Elections website or the Georgia Secretary of State's website.

As of recent data, approximately 89.3% of Glynn County, GA residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, while 28.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher. In comparison, the national average for high school completion is about 88.5%, and approximately 33.1% have a bachelor's degree or higher. For the state of Georgia, the high school graduation rate is around 87.8%, and roughly 31.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Thus, Glynn County slightly exceeds the national and state averages in high school completion but trails in higher education attainment rates.

As of recent reports, Glynn County, GA, has an employment rate in line with state averages. Approximately 45,000 people comprise the labor force, with an unemployment rate around 3.5%, which mirrors Georgia's rate of 3.3% and the national average of approximately 3.7%. The county's top industries include healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation and food services. These sectors employ a significant portion of the workforce, with healthcare and social assistance comprising around 14%, retail trade about 13%, and accommodation and food services roughly 12%.

In comparison to national trends, Glynn County has a higher percentage of employment in the accommodation and food services sector, reflecting its strong tourism industry. Conversely, sectors such as professional, scientific, and technical services are less represented compared to national averages, suggesting a more service-oriented local economy.

Glynn County, Georgia, has a median household income of approximately $56,000, based on the latest available data. This figure is lower than both the national median household income, which stands around $68,700, and the state median for Georgia, approximately $61,200.

Given these figures, Glynn County residents earn notably less than the national and state averages, reflecting regional economic differences and possibly varying cost of living and employment opportunities.

As of the latest available data, Glynn County, GA has a mixed crime profile. The overall crime rate is approximately 36 crimes per 1,000 residents annually. Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime, with burglary and theft being significant concerns.

This table summarizes the incidence rates per 1,000 residents for various crime types in Glynn County. Note that these figures are subject to change and should be verified with the latest reports from local law enforcement agencies.