1st Advantage MortgageGlascock County households have a median income of $54,934 and median rent of $642 a month (ACS 2020 to 2024). Those figures describe the county, not you: compare at least three written offers by APR and total cost, and confirm the lender's license before you apply.
On this page
- A quick profile of Glascock County
- Glascock County housing compared with Georgia
- Income in Glascock County compared with Georgia
- Work, industries and travel time in Glascock County
- How Glascock County compares with nearby counties
- Cities, towns and CDPs in Glascock County
- A Glascock County household budget, worked through
- Before borrowing in Glascock County
- Who lives in Glascock County, in numbers
- Before you sign
- Lender oversight for Glascock County
- Related local guides
- Frequently asked questions
A quick profile of Glascock County
Glascock County is home to about 2,932 people, according to the Census Bureau's 2020 to 2024 American Community Survey, which makes it the 154th most populous of 159 county-level areas in Georgia. It covers 144 square miles of land, or about 20 people per square mile. No metropolitan area includes Glascock County in the 2023 federal delineation, so its numbers stand on their own rather than as part of a metro. The Census Bureau counts 3 places in the county (3 incorporated, 0 census-designated); the largest is Gibson, with about 990 residents, or 34% of the county. Because Glascock County is small, the survey's margins of error are wide; treat the numbers as approximate.
Glascock County housing compared with Georgia
Median gross rent, utilities included, comes to $642 in Glascock County versus $1,393 statewide. By the Census definition, 20% of Glascock County renters are cost-burdened. Home values center on $123,800, or 2.3 years of median income. 68% of Glascock County households own their home and 32% rent. The median year built is 1985.
| Measure | Glascock County | Georgia | Median U.S. county |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median gross rent | $642/mo | $1,393/mo | $877/mo |
| Median home value | $123,800 | $303,300 | $185,300 |
| Owners | 68% | 66% | 75% |
| Rent-burdened renters | 20% | 52% | 45% |
| Burdened owners | 58% | 26% | n/a |
Income in Glascock County compared with Georgia
Half of Glascock County households take in less than $54,934 a year and half take in more, 29% below the Georgia median of $77,353. Only 93 Georgia counties post a higher median.
| Yearly household income | Glascock County | Gap to Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Under $35,000 | 29.5% | +7.4 pts |
| $35,000 to $99,999 | 53.1% | +13.6 pts |
| $100,000 to $199,999 | 16.2% | -10.2 pts |
| $200,000 or more | 1.2% | -10.7 pts |
The spread is wide: 17% of Glascock County households make $100,000 or more, and 30% make less than $35,000. The poverty rate is 12.6%, 1 point lower than the state's 13.4%. If your income is irregular, as it often is with tips, gig work or seasonal jobs, plan around your leaner months rather than the Glascock County median.
Work, industries and travel time in Glascock County
Retail trade employs 17% of working residents, the largest share; manufacturing is next with 17%. Compared with Georgia, the county leans toward manufacturing (17% against 10%). Averaged over the five survey years, 1.6% of the labor force was out of work and looking. About 84% drive to work alone and 33% have trips of 45 minutes or more. 8.6% of households have no vehicle.
| Industry (employed residents 16+) | Glascock County | Gap to Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Retail trade | 16.6% | +5.3 pts |
| Manufacturing | 16.5% | +6.5 pts |
| Education and health care | 13.5% | -7.5 pts |
| Transportation, warehousing and utilities | 13.4% | +6.1 pts |
| Public administration | 10.5% | +5.7 pts |
| Other services | 6.7% | +2.1 pts |
If your hours swing with the season or with overtime, size a loan payment against your base pay, not your best month.
How Glascock County compares with nearby counties
Warren County is closest, 13 miles from center to center; the sixth, Taliaferro County, is 28 miles off. Income ranges from $40,082 in Hancock County to $56,733 in McDuffie County; 1 of these neighbors top Glascock County's median.
| Adjacent area | How far | HH income (median) | Rent (median) | Owner share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glascock County | - | $54,934 | $642/mo | 68% |
| Warren County, GA | 13 mi | $44,289 | $690/mo | 72% |
| Jefferson County, GA | 16 mi | $53,014 | $731/mo | 68% |
| McDuffie County, GA | 19 mi | $56,733 | $792/mo | 65% |
| Washington County, GA | 21 mi | $46,023 | $858/mo | 65% |
| Hancock County, GA | 23 mi | $40,082 | $938/mo | 79% |
| Taliaferro County, GA | 28 mi | $52,500 | $638/mo | 82% |
Cities, towns and CDPs in Glascock County
3 Census places fall mainly inside Glascock County; the 3 biggest are below. They account for 1,171 residents, leaving about 60% of the county in unincorporated, unnamed areas. None of the 3 has its own city guide, so this page covers all of them.
| Town or CDP | Type | People | Median household income | Median gross rent | Miles from center |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gibson | city | 990 | $41,833 | $554 | 0 mi |
| Mitchell | town | 167 | $57,083 | n/a | 5 mi |
| Edge Hill | city | 14 | n/a | n/a | 5 mi |
A Glascock County household budget, worked through
Glascock County at the medians, through a lender's eyes (what DTI means):
- Start: $4,578 gross per month ($54,934 / 12)
- Less median rent of $642, which is 14% of it
- At 36%, room after rent is $1,006 a month
If your rent is above $642, the room shrinks dollar for dollar.
Before borrowing in Glascock County
Based on the Glascock County data above, these borrowing questions are most likely to matter locally.
- Medical bills. 12% of Glascock County residents are uninsured. Before borrowing for care, ask the provider about financial assistance and payment plans.
- Keeping the car running. At 33% with long commutes, repairs are a frequent Glascock County emergency; first decide if the car is worth fixing.
- 31% mobile homes. Many are not titled as real estate, so home-equity options may not apply; an unsecured loan is the usual route.
Who lives in Glascock County, in numbers
College graduates make up 17% of the adult population. About 12% go without health insurance.
| Residents | Glascock County | Georgia | Middle U.S. county |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41.6 | 37.6 | 41.5 |
| Bachelor's or higher | 17.0% | 34.9% | 22.2% |
| No high school diploma | 19.2% | 10.8% | n/a |
| No health insurance | 12.0% | 12.4% | 7.8% |
| No vehicle | 8.6% | 5.9% | 5.4% |
| Work from home | 7.9% | 15.9% | 8.7% |
| Poverty rate | 12.6% | 13.4% | 13.2% |
| Unemployment (ACS) | 1.6% | 5.1% | 4.4% |
| One-way commute | Share of Glascock County workers |
|---|---|
| Under 15 min | 17.1% |
| 15 to 29 min | 22.8% |
| 30 to 44 min | 27.0% |
| 45 to 59 min | 7.1% |
| 60+ min | 26.0% |
Before you sign
Before you apply, wherever you live in Glascock County:
- Price the Glascock County expense first and borrow that amount, no more.
- Shop at least three lenders, including one Glascock County-area credit union.
- A Georgia license check takes minutes; do it first.
- Pick the shortest term whose payment still fits.
Lender oversight for Glascock County
Glascock County borrowers fall under statewide rules, enforced by the Georgia Department of Banking and Finance. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau accepts complaints nationwide. The Georgia guide covers state rules in more detail.
Related local guides
For statewide rules and data, see the Georgia guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is Glascock County a high-income county?
Its $54,934 median ranks 94th of 159 Georgia counties and compares with $65,681 for the median U.S. county.
Is Glascock County expensive for renters?
Median rent is $642 against $1,393 statewide, and 20% of renter households are cost-burdened.
Which towns does the Glascock County guide cover?
Every community in the county, unincorporated areas included. The largest of its 3 Census places: Gibson, Mitchell, Edge Hill.
Does my county matter to the questionnaire?
Only your state does. Whether you live in Glascock County or elsewhere in Georgia, the same rules apply.
Who regulates personal lenders for Glascock County residents?
The Georgia Department of Banking and Finance licenses consumer lenders in Georgia; the CFPB takes complaints about any lender, and the FTC wants to hear about fee-first offers.