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Crime in Waycross summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Waycross. Key points include:
There were 827 total crimes in Waycross in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Waycross is 6,061.3 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Waycross is 1,033.4 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Waycross is 5,027.9 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Waycross is 186.01% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Waycross Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Waycross / 100k People |
Georgia / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 827 | 6,061.3 | 2,000.6 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 141 | 1,033.4 | 325.7 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 1 | 7.3 | 6.9 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 16 | 117.3 | 40.8 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 109 | 798.9 | 245.9 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 686 | 5,027.9 | 1,674.9 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 77 | 564.4 | 202.8 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 568 | 4,163.0 | 1,247.3 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 41 | 300.5 | 224.7 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Waycross summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Waycross. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Georgia. Key points include:
The cost of living in Waycross is 83 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Waycross is 0.8x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Waycross is $146,386.
The median income in Waycross is $38,301.
Waycross's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Waycross Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Waycross | Georgia | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 83 | 95 | 100 |
| Services | 104 | 97 | 100 |
| Groceries | 100 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 47 | 88 | 100 |
| Housing | 96 | 101 | 100 |
| Transportation | 102 | 104 | 100 |
| Utilities | 100 | 101 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Waycross, GA Weather
The average high in Waycross is 79.0° and the average low is 54.9°.
There are 71.1 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 48.6 inches of precipitation each year with 0.1 inches of snow.
| Stat | Waycross |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 79.0 |
| Average Annual Low | 54.9 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 71.1 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 48.6 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 0.1 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
Waycross, GA Photos
1 Reviews & Comments About Waycross
I am from Waycross. It is safe in this town and people are friendly. I have traveled to many other places and people are the same
And trust me we have rednecks, we have uppity snobs and some really good and honest people.
And we thank G*d for convenience stores and discount stores and belks, jc Penney and all out boutiques.
It is enough. And we have less traffic. And our high schools have produced Ivy League students.
Thank you very much. And we also have many wonderful Churches.
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Waycross Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Waycross
The current population in Waycross is 13,756. The population has decreased 6.6% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 13,756 | -0.4% |
| 2023 | 13,813 | -0.3% |
| 2022 | 13,856 | -0.3% |
| 2021 | 13,898 | 1.9% |
| 2020 | 13,638 | -0.4% |
| 2019 | 13,692 | -1.0% |
| 2018 | 13,836 | -1.2% |
| 2017 | 14,009 | -1.3% |
| 2016 | 14,188 | -0.5% |
| 2015 | 14,258 | -0.7% |
| 2014 | 14,363 | -0.9% |
| 2013 | 14,489 | -0.6% |
| 2012 | 14,576 | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 14,716 | -0.1% |
| 2010 | 14,728 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Waycross
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Waycross is:
35.5% White with 4,878 White residents.
55.0% African American with 7,571 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 10 American Indian residents.
0.7% Asian with 95 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.9% Other with 127 Other residents.
1.6% Two Or More with 214 Two Or More residents.
6.3% Hispanic with 861 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Waycross | GA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 35.5% | 49.1% | 57.4% |
| African American | 55.0% | 30.7% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.7% | 4.5% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 1.6% | 3.9% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 6.3% | 11.0% | 19.3% |
Gender in Waycross
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Waycross is 54.9% female with 7,548 female residents.
Waycross is 45.1% male with 6,207 male residents.
| Gender | Waycross | GA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.9% | 51.2% | 50.5% |
| Male | 45.1% | 48.8% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Waycross for adults over 25
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8.0% of adults in Waycross completed < 9th grade.
11.0% of adults in Waycross completed 9-12th grade.
37.0% of adults in Waycross completed high school / ged.
22.0% of adults in Waycross completed some college.
6.0% of adults in Waycross completed associate's degree.
11.0% of adults in Waycross completed bachelor's degree.
3.0% of adults in Waycross completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Waycross completed professional degree.
0.0% of adults in Waycross completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Waycross | GA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 8.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 11.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 37.0% | 27.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 22.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 6.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 11.0% | 21.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 3.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Waycross, Georgia
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9.3% of households in Waycross earn Less than $10,000.
12.7% of households in Waycross earn $10,000 to $14,999.
14.5% of households in Waycross earn $15,000 to $24,999.
9.8% of households in Waycross earn $25,000 to $34,999.
14.1% of households in Waycross earn $35,000 to $49,999.
21.5% of households in Waycross earn $50,000 to $74,999.
9.5% of households in Waycross earn $75,000 to $99,999.
5.9% of households in Waycross earn $100,000 to $149,999.
1.6% of households in Waycross earn $150,000 to $199,999.
1.0% of households in Waycross earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Waycross | GA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 9.3% | 5.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 12.7% | 3.4% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 14.5% | 6.6% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9.8% | 6.8% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.1% | 10.7% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 21.5% | 15.9% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 9.5% | 13.0% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 5.9% | 17.3% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1.6% | 9.2% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 1.0% | 11.9% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
