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Crisp County

Georgia · GA

#130 in Georgia
64
County Score

County Report Card

About Crisp County, Georgia

Crisp scores above national median

Crisp County's composite score of 69.0 exceeds the national median of 50.0, placing it in the top 38% of U.S. counties. Strong housing affordability compensates for limited income opportunities.

Slightly below Georgia average

At 69.0, Crisp County falls just under Georgia's state average of 70.9, ranking it in the middle tier of Georgia counties. The county remains competitive within its state context.

Exceptional housing values

Crisp County delivers a cost score of 82.9, with median home values at $120,800 and rents of $743 monthly. The exceptionally low housing costs make this county one of Georgia's most affordable.

Very limited income and higher taxes

An income score of 11.3 reflects a median household income of just $42,745—the lowest among this group—while the tax score of 69.8 and 1.156% effective tax rate are the highest. Data on schools, safety, health, and environment remain unavailable.

Suited to those prioritizing affordability

Crisp County serves retirees and remote workers who need minimal cost of living and can overlook limited local job markets in south-central Georgia. Maximum housing affordability comes with tradeoffs in wage opportunity.

Score breakdown

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Tax69.8Cost82.9SafetyComing SoonHealth55.9SchoolsComing SoonIncome11.3Risk47.7WaterComing Soon
🏛69.8
Property Tax
Effective property tax rate vs national benchmarks
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🏠82.9
Cost of Living
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💼11.3
Income & Jobs
Median household income and per capita earnings
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Safety
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❤55.9
Health
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Schools
Graduation rates, per-pupil spending, and attainment
⚡47.7
Disaster Risk
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Water Quality
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Deep Dives

Crisp County across the ByCounty Network

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Property Tax in Crisp County

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Crisp County taxes exceed national median

At 1.156%, Crisp County's effective tax rate ranks well above the national median of 0.92%, placing it in the top 30% of U.S. counties by burden. Despite low property values of $120,800, homeowners pay $1,396 annually—modestly below the national median of $2,690—because Crisp's assessment ratio is significantly higher.

Georgia's highest county tax rate

Crisp County's 1.156% effective rate towers above Georgia's state average of 0.898%, making it the highest-taxed county in the state among the 159 surveyed. The median tax bill of $1,396 exceeds Georgia's average of $1,529 despite property values 50% below the state norm.

Significantly higher than all neighbors

Crisp County's 1.156% rate dramatically exceeds Coffee County (0.807%), Cook County (0.820%), and Colquitt County (0.866%)—all nearby south Georgia counties. Homeowners in Crisp face the highest effective rates in their entire region.

Median home costs $1,396 yearly

A typical Crisp County home valued at $120,800 generates $1,396 in annual property taxes—the highest median in this eight-county sample relative to home values. With mortgage debt, owners pay $1,747; without, they pay $968.

Appeal now—savings are largest here

Crisp County's unusually high effective rate makes assessment appeals especially valuable; a 10% reduction saves $140 annually per home. Homeowners should request an independent appraisal and file a formal appeal immediately if their assessed value exceeds recent comparable sales by more than 5%.

Full property tax analysis on TaxByCounty

Cost of Living in Crisp County

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Crisp County's rent burden runs tight

Crisp County's rent-to-income ratio of 20.9% exceeds both the national average and Georgia's state average of 18.6%, indicating significant housing cost stress despite modest absolute rents. With median household income of $42,745—the lowest in this county set—Crisp renters struggle with proportionally heavier housing expenses than typical U.S. households.

Among Georgia's least affordable counties

Crisp County's 20.9% rent-to-income ratio ranks among Georgia's worst affordability outcomes, placing it in the state's bottom tier alongside Cook County. Low incomes paired with moderate rents create genuine affordability challenges for working families in this rural community.

Crisp's income-rent mismatch fuels burden

While Crisp's $743 rent approximates Coffee County's ($713) and sits well below Cook County's ($901), Crisp's lowest median income of $42,745—significantly below peers—creates the region's tightest rent-to-income ratio at 20.9%. This income-cost misalignment distinguishes Crisp as the affordability outlier.

Ownership offers 8% cost advantage

Crisp homeowners pay $806 monthly—$63 more than renters—on median home values of $120,800, presenting ownership as marginally more expensive despite lower absolute costs. Both options consume roughly one-fifth of household income, leaving limited budget flexibility for other essential expenses.

Consider neighboring counties for relief

Crisp County's tight affordability suggests exploring nearby Coffee County ($713 rent, 17.1% ratio) or Crawford County ($751 rent, 14.8% ratio) for meaningfully better housing-income balance. Remote relocation here demands higher income assumptions due to the county's wage-rent structure.

Full cost of living analysis on CostByCounty

Income & Jobs in Crisp County

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Crisp faces significant income gap

Crisp County's median household income of $42,745 runs $32,010 below the national median of $74,755, representing a 43% deficit compared to typical American households. This substantial gap reflects limited employment diversity and educational opportunity in this rural south Georgia county.

Georgia's lowest median household income

Crisp ranks last among Georgia's 159 counties with median household income 29% below the state average of $60,488. Per capita income of $28,062 trails Georgia's $31,115 state average by 10%, indicating broader economic strain.

Crisp trails all south Georgia peers

Crisp's $42,745 median income significantly underperforms neighboring Coffee County ($50,175), Colquitt County ($49,691), and Cook County ($50,133), marking it as the region's most economically challenged county. The disparity suggests particular structural workforce challenges in Crisp.

Housing strains budget for many families

Crisp's rent-to-income ratio of 20.9% consumes $8,935 annually for median earners—the second-highest burden in this county group—leaving limited room for other expenses. Median home value of $120,800 represents 2.8 years of gross household income for families.

Build financial resilience gradually

Crisp County residents earning $42,745 should prioritize emergency savings and debt reduction before investing, given tight household budgets. Look for employer benefits like 401(k) plans with matching contributions—these free dollars compound significantly over decades.

Full income & jobs analysis on IncomeByCounty

Health in Crisp County

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Crisp County Faces Critical Health Challenges

Crisp residents have the lowest life expectancy in this dataset at just 70.1 years, more than six years below the U.S. average of 76.4 years. Nearly one in four residents (23.3%) report poor or fair health, well above the national average of 18%, signaling deep health disparities.

Georgia's Lowest Life Expectancy

Crisp's 70.1-year life expectancy is 3.2 years below Georgia's 73.3-year average—the widest gap among these eight counties—reflecting severe health inequities. The 23.3% poor/fair health rate confirms that Crisp residents face the state's most challenging health environment.

Most Disadvantaged County in South Georgia

Crisp's 70.1-year life expectancy is the lowest in this entire dataset, falling even below neighboring Coffee County (71.6 years) and Colquitt County (71.6 years). Provider access remains limited with 70 primary care and 76 mental health providers per 100,000, leaving residents with fewer options than affluent counties.

Uninsured & Underserved in Crisp County

One in seven Crisp residents (14.2%) lack health insurance, below Georgia's average but still representing nearly 3,000 uninsured residents without preventive care access. Limited provider availability combines with high uninsured rates to create a perfect storm for poor health outcomes in this county.

Pathways to Coverage in Crisp County

Crisp County residents—facing the state's lowest life expectancy—must prioritize health coverage to break the cycle of preventable illness and early death. Visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 today to explore Medicaid, marketplace plans, and community health resources.

Full health analysis on HealthByCounty

Disaster Risk in Crisp County

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Crisp County faces moderate elevated risk

Crisp County's composite risk score of 52.29 places it in the relatively low category, yet it exceeds Georgia's state average of 39.49 by 32%—indicating meaningful disaster vulnerability. The county's primary exposures cluster around hurricane (80.39) and tornado (74.17) hazards. Residents should maintain active preparedness across multiple threat types.

Lower-middle risk among Georgia counties

Crisp County ranks in the lower-middle tier statewide with a composite score of 52.29, notably driven by hurricane risk of 80.39 and tornado risk of 74.17. Wildfire risk of 61.07 and flood risk of 56.68 add additional considerations to the county's hazard profile. Crisp County represents a moderate-risk position for central Georgia.

Safer than eastern counties, riskier than west

Crisp County (52.29) sits safer than Colquitt County (70.55) and Columbia County (76.84) to the east, but somewhat riskier than Cook County (34.83) to the southwest. Coffee County (59.61) to the south presents slightly higher exposure. Crisp occupies a transitional zone in south-central Georgia's disaster landscape.

Hurricane and tornado season threats

Hurricane risk of 80.39 makes tropical systems Crisp County's foremost concern during Atlantic basin season—residents should monitor storm tracks from June through November and understand evacuation procedures. Tornado risk of 74.17 presents a secondary but serious threat during spring severe weather seasons. Both require family communication plans and shelter locations.

Flood and wind coverage recommended

Crisp County residents should obtain flood insurance given hurricane risk of 80.39 and flood risk of 56.68, as standard policies exclude water damage—particularly important during tropical systems. Ensure your homeowners policy includes wind and hail coverage for tornado risk of 74.17; consider reinforcing roof fasteners and installing storm shutters for seasonal preparedness.

Full disaster risk analysis on RiskByCounty

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