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Waycross, GA

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History lives at the Headwaters of the Okefenokee

Small Town Rural Historic Nature Outdoors Medical Healthcare

Waycross is a small and fairly secluded city in southeastern Georgia, located about sixty miles inland from Brunswick and eighty miles northwest of Jacksonville. The city is well known for its beautifully preserved historic buildings, with the Downtown Waycross Historic District in particular housing a gorgeous collective of vintage homes and buildings still in active use.

Waycross is a major healthcare hub for the area, with hundreds of locals employed at the city’s Satilla Regional Medical Center just a few blocks northeast of Downtown. Just minutes south of the city, the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge offers one of Georgia’s most pristine natural environments, providing endless opportunities for outdoor exploration.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Waycross, GA is $475 for a studio, $600 for one bedroom, $760 for two bedrooms, and $843 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Waycross has increased by 1.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$600/month
644 Sq Ft
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Transportation

39

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

42

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Waresboro Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

443 Students

7
out of 10

Ruskin Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

379 Students

7
out of 10

Williams Heights Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

426 Students

6
out of 10

Wacona Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

937 Students

5
out of 10

Center Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

480 Students

5
out of 10

Waycross Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

583 Students

6
out of 10

Ware County Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

783 Students

5
out of 10

Ware County High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,589 Students

6
out of 10

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Parks and Recreation

  • Laura S. Walker State Park

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