Charlton County
GA · Pop. 12,711 · Rural County
Charlton County sits in Georgia across 780 square miles, home to 12,711 people at 16.3 per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated weak, built on hay, corn. A median home price of $119,000 and an effective property tax rate of 0.91% set the cost of entry. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 9a with a 269-day growing season, average summer highs of 94.4°F and average winter lows of 42.7°F. Annual rainfall averages 51.8 inches, generally adequate for the region's crops and pasture. Southeast Georgia Health System - Camden Campus is 31.1 miles away, though without an in-county emergency room. Broadband reaches 84.6% of homes. On the hazard side, wildfire risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.
Pros
- A long 269-day growing season in USDA zone 9a supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
- A low effective property tax rate of 0.91% holds annual carrying costs down.
- A median home price of $119,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
- At 16.3 people per square mile, land is available with genuine space and privacy.
- A low unemployment rate of 3.5% reflects a stable local job base.
Cons
- Wildfire risk is very high, requiring defensible space, fire-resistant construction, and an evacuation plan.
- The nearest hospital, Southeast Georgia Health System - Camden Campus, is 31.1 miles away, a real consideration for medical needs.
- A poverty rate of 22.5% reflects a constrained local economy with limited off-farm income options.
- The agricultural economy is rated weak, so local farm markets, suppliers, and services are limited.
At a glance
Charlton County, GA is a strong overall fit for homesteading.
- Homestead score
- 80/100
- Median home price
- $119k
- Property tax
- 0.91%
- Growing season
- 269 days (zone 9a)
- Annual rainfall
- 51.8"
- Broadband
- 84.6%
- Nearest hospital
- Southeast Georgia Health System - Camden Campus, 31.1 mi
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Homesteading in Charlton County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in Charlton County?
- Charlton County is in USDA hardiness zone 9a with a 269-day growing season, average summer highs of 94.4°F, and average winter lows of 42.7°F. The established crops are hay, corn.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $119,000 and the effective property tax rate is 0.91%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 84.6% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
- How close is healthcare?
- Southeast Georgia Health System - Camden Campus is 31.1 miles away, without an in-county emergency room.
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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them. See our methodology for how the homestead score is calculated.
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