Odum, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
384 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,519 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$96,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$411 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$572 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wayne County
7
Jesup Urban Area
7
Georgia
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Wayne County
8
Jesup Urban Area
8
Georgia
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 77% leaning right.

Liberal (21%) (77%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 49
Feb 4 0 52
Mar 5 0 58
Apr 3 0 65
May 3 0 73
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 4 0 76
Oct 3 0 67
Nov 3 0 58
Dec 3 0 51

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Odum Elementary School
<1 miles, W · 3.7star
Lake Grace Christian School
7 miles, SW · 1star
Wayne County High School
7 miles, SE · 2.3star
Martha Puckett Middle School
8 miles, SE · 1.4star

Colleges

Coastal Pines Technical College
38 miles, SW · 1.4star
College of Coastal Georgia
46 miles, S · 1.4star
Brewton-Parker College
48 miles, N · 1.4star

Hospitals

Wayne Memorial Hospital
9 miles, SE · 3.2star
Appling Hospital
20 miles, NW
Bacon County Hospital
27 miles, W · 3.2star
Liberty Regional Medical Center
27 miles, E · 3.2star

Airports

Brunswick Golden Isles Airport
44 miles, SE · 1star
Valdosta Regional Airport
96 miles, W · 1star