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Irwin County

GA · Pop. 9,385 · Suburban County

100/100Homestead Score

Irwin County, Georgia covers 354 square miles with a population of 9,385 and a density of 26.5 people per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated moderate, built on cotton, peanuts, wheat. The median home price is $105,000, with an effective property tax rate of 1.11%. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 9a with a 258-day growing season, average summer highs of 90.8°F and average winter lows of 38.9°F. Annual rainfall averages 46.5 inches, and with drought risk rated very high, water storage and irrigation planning matter. Irwin County Hospital is 1.5 miles away and includes an emergency room. Broadband reaches 98.8% of homes. On the hazard side, drought risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.

Property Tax: 1.11%
Growing Season: 258 days
Broadband: 98.8%
Density: 26.5/sq mi

Pros

  • A long 258-day growing season in USDA zone 9a supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
  • A median home price of $105,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
  • Broadband reaches 98.8% of homes, making remote work and online farm sales realistic.
  • Irwin County Hospital, with an emergency room, is just 1.5 miles away — strong local healthcare access.
  • A low unemployment rate of 3.5% reflects a stable local job base.

Cons

  • Drought risk is very high, making water storage and irrigation infrastructure essential rather than optional.
  • A poverty rate of 18.1% reflects a constrained local economy with limited off-farm income options.

Taxes & Cost of Living

Property Tax Rate1.11%
Median Household Income$53,915
Poverty Rate18.1%

Land & Building

Median Home Price$105K

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone9a
Growing Season258 days
Annual Rainfall46.5 inches
Avg Summer High90.8°F
Avg Winter Low38.9°F
Top CropsCotton, Peanuts, Wheat

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought7/10
Wildfire3/10
Tornado4/10
Flood1/10

Healthcare

Nearest HospitalIrwin County Hospital (1.5 mi)
Emergency RoomYes
Healthcare Facilities1

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage98.8%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate3.5%
Ag EconomyModerate

Homesteading in Irwin County: FAQ

What is the growing season like in Irwin County?
Irwin County is in USDA hardiness zone 9a with a 258-day growing season, average summer highs of 90.8°F, and average winter lows of 38.9°F. The established crops are cotton, peanuts, wheat.
How affordable is land and property here?
The median home price is $105,000 and the effective property tax rate is 1.11%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
Is broadband internet available?
Broadband reaches 98.8% of homes, strong coverage that supports remote work for most parcels.
How close is healthcare?
Irwin County Hospital is 1.5 miles away and includes an emergency room; there is 1 hospital in the county.

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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them.