Long County
GA · Pop. 17,512 · Suburban County
Long County is a suburban county in Georgia, spanning 400 square miles with 17,512 residents at a density of 43.8 people per square mile. The agricultural economy is rated weak, built on cotton, corn, wheat. A median home price of $197,000 and an effective property tax rate of 1% set the cost of entry. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 9a with a 274-day growing season, average summer highs of 91.2°F and average winter lows of 41.9°F. Annual rainfall averages 49.6 inches, generally adequate for the region's crops and pasture. Liberty Regional Medical Center is 10.4 miles away, though without an in-county emergency room. Broadband reaches 82% of homes. On the hazard side, wildfire risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.
Pros
- A long 274-day growing season in USDA zone 9a supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
- A median home price of $197,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
- A low unemployment rate of 3.6% reflects a stable local job base.
- Annual rainfall of 49.6 inches supports rain-fed gardens and pasture in most years.
Cons
- Wildfire risk is very high, requiring defensible space, fire-resistant construction, and an evacuation plan.
- The nearest hospital, Liberty Regional Medical Center, is 10.4 miles away, a real consideration for medical needs.
- The agricultural economy is rated weak, so local farm markets, suppliers, and services are limited.
At a glance
Long County, GA is a strong overall fit for homesteading.
- Homestead score
- 83/100
- Median home price
- $197k
- Property tax
- 1%
- Growing season
- 274 days (zone 9a)
- Annual rainfall
- 49.6"
- Broadband
- 82%
- Nearest hospital
- Liberty Regional Medical Center, 10.4 mi
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Homesteading in Long County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in Long County?
- Long County is in USDA hardiness zone 9a with a 274-day growing season, average summer highs of 91.2°F, and average winter lows of 41.9°F. The established crops are cotton, corn, wheat.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $197,000 and the effective property tax rate is 1%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 82% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
- How close is healthcare?
- Liberty Regional Medical Center is 10.4 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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