Crisp County
GA · Pop. 19,995 · Suburban County
Crisp County is a suburban county in Georgia, spanning 273 square miles with 19,995 residents at a density of 73.2 people per square mile. The agricultural economy is rated strong, built on cotton, peanuts, hay. The median home price is $121,000, with an effective property tax rate of 1.16%. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 8b with a 237-day growing season, average summer highs of 90.8°F and average winter lows of 36.9°F. Annual rainfall averages 45.9 inches, and with drought risk rated very high, water storage and irrigation planning matter. Crisp Regional Hospital is 4.2 miles away and includes an emergency room. Broadband reaches 87.1% of homes. On the hazard side, flood risk is high, tornado risk is very high, wildfire risk is very high, drought risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.
Pros
- A long 237-day growing season in USDA zone 8b supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
- A median home price of $121,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
- Crisp Regional Hospital, with an emergency room, is just 4.2 miles away — strong local healthcare access.
- A strong agricultural economy built on cotton, peanuts, hay means local markets, equipment, and know-how are in place.
- A low unemployment rate of 3.3% reflects a stable local job base.
Cons
- Wildfire risk is very high, requiring defensible space, fire-resistant construction, and an evacuation plan.
- Tornado risk is very high, so a storm shelter and wind-resistant structures are practical necessities.
- Drought risk is very high, making water storage and irrigation infrastructure essential rather than optional.
- A poverty rate of 24.1% reflects a constrained local economy with limited off-farm income options.
At a glance
Crisp County, GA is a solid homesteading option with some tradeoffs.
- Homestead score
- 67/100
- Median home price
- $121k
- Property tax
- 1.16%
- Growing season
- 237 days (zone 8b)
- Annual rainfall
- 45.9"
- Broadband
- 87.1%
- Nearest hospital
- Crisp Regional Hospital, 4.2 mi
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Homesteading in Crisp County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in Crisp County?
- Crisp County is in USDA hardiness zone 8b with a 237-day growing season, average summer highs of 90.8°F, and average winter lows of 36.9°F. The established crops are cotton, peanuts, hay.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $121,000 and the effective property tax rate is 1.16%. County-level per-acre prices aren't published, so compare current local listings for raw land.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 87.1% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
- How close is healthcare?
- Crisp Regional Hospital is 4.2 miles away and includes an emergency room; there is 1 hospital in the county.
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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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