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Brunswick-St. Simons, GA Metro Area

Brunswick-St. Simons, GA · Metro Area

115,074Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 3 counties (1 central, 2 outlying). The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$66,623
Median home value
$242,500
Land area
1,294 sq mi
89 people per sq mi

Market now

Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Glynn County, GACentral85,447$69,799$301,300
Brantley County, GAOutlying18,315$58,239$99,600
McIntosh County, GAOutlying11,312$50,273$182,700

Largest cities and towns

7 places in our city pages lie in this area.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
St. Simons, GACDP16,228$108,771
Brunswick, GACity15,307$40,288
Country Club Estates, GACDP8,780$52,500
Dock Junction, GACDP8,147$41,258
Darien, GACity1,452$57,000
Nahunta, GACity1,386$45,893
Hoboken, GACity1,016$63,813

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
16.9%
Unemployment
3.5%
College Educated
28.3%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income
$66,623
Mean Household Income
$94,637

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male
47.8%
Female
52.2%

Population Split

Male47.8%
Female52.2%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

English13.8%
Irish9.3%
German7.1%
Mexican3.2%
Italian2.9%
Scottish2.5%
French1.0%
Polish0.9%
African0.5%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

5.1%Foreign Born
94.9%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized49.6%
Non-Citizen50.4%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later32.1%
Before 201067.9%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
58,648
Median Rent
$1,080/mo
Median Home Value
$242,500
Median Year Built
1990

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
23,620
College Enrollment
12.6%
High School
26.5%
College Educated
28.3%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
23.2 min
Drive Alone Rate
78.2%
Public Transit
0.1%
Work From Home
8.8%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18
20.3%
18-34 Years
19.2%
35-64 Years
38.0%
65+ Years
22.5%

Population Composition

Under 1820.3%
18-3419.2%
35-6438.0%
65+22.5%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples
46.8%
Single Parent
5.5%
Living Alone
30.2%
Avg Size
2.41

Household Types

Married Couples46.8%
Single Parent5.5%
Living Alone30.2%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income
$39,483
SNAP Usage
14.3%
Health Insurance
86.0%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k19.3%
$25k - $50k19.6%
$50k - $100k29.9%
$100k+31.1%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
8.4%
Retail Trade
13.1%
Education & Health Care
21.7%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

15.4%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

86.0%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet
87.3%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
94.9%vs ~95% National Avg
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better
87.7
0130
Below average< 97
Near average97 - 103
Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better
135.9
0200
Hard to Afford< 80
Moderate80 - 100
Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)