Folkston
Folkston has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $21,840. Population has declined 5% since 1990. 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 24%. Median home value is $44,200. The poverty rate of 28.6% is well above the national figure. Households here earn about 49% less than the Georgia median.
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How many people live in Folkston, Georgia?
Folkston, Georgia has about 2,178 residents according to the 2000 Census.
What is the median household income in Folkston, Georgia?
The typical household in Folkston, Georgia earns about $21,840 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Folkston, Georgia expensive?
In Folkston, Georgia, the median home is worth about $44,200, and the typical rent is about $378 a month.
How educated are people in Folkston, Georgia?
About 9.4% of adults age 25 and over in Folkston, Georgia hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Folkston, Georgia?
About 28.6% of people in Folkston, Georgia live below the federal poverty line.
Has Folkston, Georgia grown since 1990?
Yes, Folkston, Georgia has shrunk since 1990. The population has lost about 107 residents, a change of about -5 percent over that period.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024