McIntosh County
GA · Pop. 11,187 · Suburban County
McIntosh County, Georgia covers 431 square miles with a population of 11,187 and a density of 26 people per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated weak, built on corn. The median home price is $174,000, with an effective property tax rate of 0.75%. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 9a with a 294-day growing season, average summer highs of 89°F and average winter lows of 43.6°F. Annual rainfall averages 50.6 inches, generally adequate for the region's crops and pasture. Southeast Georgia Health System - Brunswick Campus is 22.5 miles away, though without an in-county emergency room. Broadband reaches 100% of homes. On the hazard side, wildfire risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.
Pros
- A long 294-day growing season in USDA zone 9a supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
- A low effective property tax rate of 0.75% holds annual carrying costs down.
- A median home price of $174,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
- Broadband reaches 100% of homes, making remote work and online farm sales realistic.
- 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 - Brunswick Campus, is 22.5 miles away, a real consideration for medical needs.
- A poverty rate of 22.4% 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
McIntosh County, GA is a strong overall fit for homesteading.
- Homestead score
- 95/100
- Median home price
- $174k
- Property tax
- 0.75%
- Growing season
- 294 days (zone 9a)
- Annual rainfall
- 50.6"
- Broadband
- 100%
- Nearest hospital
- Southeast Georgia Health System - Brunswick Campus, 22.5 mi
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Homesteading in McIntosh County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in McIntosh County?
- McIntosh County is in USDA hardiness zone 9a with a 294-day growing season, average summer highs of 89°F, and average winter lows of 43.6°F. The established crops are corn.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $174,000 and the effective property tax rate is 0.75%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 100% of homes, strong coverage that supports remote work for most parcels.
- How close is healthcare?
- Southeast Georgia Health System - Brunswick Campus is 22.5 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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