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On this page
- Tattnall County by the numbers
- The Tattnall County job picture
- How much Tattnall County households make
- Rent, home values and ownership in Tattnall County
- Tattnall County and the counties next door
- The communities that make up Tattnall County
- Budget math at the Tattnall County median
- Reading the Tattnall County data as a borrower
- People and households in Tattnall County
- Checking a lender's license in Georgia
- Checklist for Tattnall County applicants
- Nearby and statewide guides
- Frequently asked questions
Tattnall County by the numbers
Roughly 24,208 residents live in Tattnall County, Georgia, 80th by population among the state's 159 counties and county equivalents. Packed into 481 square miles, that is close to 50 residents for every square mile of land. Under the July 2023 OMB definitions, Tattnall County is not part of any metropolitan area. Of the 6 Census places inside Tattnall County, Glennville leads by population with about 5,179; 5 of the 6 are incorporated.
The Tattnall County job picture
Education and health care employs 23% of working residents, the largest share; manufacturing is next with 12%. Agriculture, forestry and mining stands out: 11% of workers here, versus 1% statewide. ACS puts five-year average unemployment at 6.7% in Tattnall County. 21% of commuters travel 45 minutes or more each way, and 3% work from home.
| Industry (employed residents 16+) | Tattnall County | Gap to Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Education and health care | 22.9% | +1.9 pts |
| Manufacturing | 12.2% | +2.2 pts |
| Retail trade | 11.1% | -0.2 pts |
| Agriculture, forestry and mining | 10.6% | +9.6 pts |
| Public administration | 8.0% | +3.2 pts |
| Transportation, warehousing and utilities | 6.9% | -0.4 pts |
Where long drives are the norm, a car repair is one of the most common surprise bills. A small repair fund can keep a breakdown from turning into a loan.
How much Tattnall County households make
The median household income in Tattnall County is $50,747; statewide it is $77,353, so Tattnall County runs 34% below Georgia as a whole.
| Households earning | Tattnall County | +/- vs Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Under $35,000 | 37.1% | +14.9 pts |
| $35,000 to $99,999 | 42.6% | +3.1 pts |
| $100,000 to $199,999 | 16.5% | -10.0 pts |
| $200,000 or more | 3.8% | -8.0 pts |
About 37% of households earn under $35,000, while 20% clear $100,000. Census counts 23.4% of Tattnall County residents in poverty, against 13.4% across Georgia. Income from any regular source can count, including Social Security, pensions and disability benefits, as long as you can document it.
Rent, home values and ownership in Tattnall County
Median gross rent, utilities included, comes to $699 in Tattnall County versus $1,393 statewide. Rent takes 30% or more of income for 40% of renter households here. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $140,000, about 2.8 times the median household income. Owners occupy 71% of homes.
| Measure | Tattnall County | Georgia | Median U.S. county |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median gross rent | $699/mo | $1,393/mo | $877/mo |
| Median home value | $140,000 | $303,300 | $185,300 |
| Owners | 71% | 66% | 75% |
| Rent-burdened renters | 40% | 52% | 45% |
| Burdened owners | 24% | 26% | n/a |
| Vacant units | 19% | 10% | n/a |
Tattnall County and the counties next door
Evans County is closest, 12 miles from center to center; the sixth, Montgomery County, is 29 miles off. 4 of the six report a higher median household income than Tattnall County; Long County is highest at $68,808 and Appling County lowest at $46,651.
| Nearby county | Center to center | Household income | Gross rent | Owner-occupied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tattnall County | - | $50,747 | $699/mo | 71% |
| Evans County, GA | 12 mi | $53,259 | $719/mo | 65% |
| Toombs County, GA | 17 mi | $52,621 | $768/mo | 61% |
| Candler County, GA | 25 mi | $49,581 | $715/mo | 62% |
| Appling County, GA | 25 mi | $46,651 | $739/mo | 73% |
| Long County, GA | 28 mi | $68,808 | $976/mo | 65% |
| Montgomery County, GA | 29 mi | $51,941 | $760/mo | 76% |
The communities that make up Tattnall County
Here are the 6 most populous of the county's 6 Census places, with income and rent from the same 2020 to 2024 survey. About 38% of Tattnall County residents live in one of the 6. Incomes vary by place: $64,085 at the median in Collins, $41,667 in Reidsville. None of the 6 has its own city guide, so this page covers all of them.
| Name | Kind | Pop. | Income | Rent | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glennville | city | 5,179 | $52,844 | $548 | 10 mi |
| Reidsville | city | 2,553 | $41,667 | $727 | 5 mi |
| Cobbtown | city | 568 | $51,667 | $731 | 17 mi |
| Collins | city | 533 | $64,085 | $447 | 10 mi |
| Mendes | CDP | 327 | n/a | n/a | 6 mi |
| Manassas | city | 92 | $105,208 | n/a | 8 mi |
CDP: census-designated place, an unincorporated community mapped for statistics.
Budget math at the Tattnall County median
Lenders compare monthly debt payments with gross monthly income, the debt-to-income ratio. For a Tattnall County household at the medians it works out like this; treat it as an illustration only.
- Monthly gross at the median, Tattnall County: $4,229
- Rent at the median, $699, takes 17% of that
- $781: what a 35% ratio leaves once rent is paid
- $1,204: what a 45% ratio leaves once rent is paid
If your rent is above $699, the room shrinks dollar for dollar.
Reading the Tattnall County data as a borrower
Based on the Tattnall County data above, these borrowing questions are most likely to matter locally.
- Uninsured care. 14% lack coverage here; nonprofit hospitals must publish an assistance policy, so ask for it first (guide).
- Long drives. With 21% of commutes over 45 minutes, tires and repairs are fixed costs in many Tattnall County budgets.
- 35% mobile homes. Many are not titled as real estate, so home-equity options may not apply; an unsecured loan is the usual route.
- Assistance before credit. With a 23% poverty rate, check no-cost options before any Tattnall County loan.
People and households in Tattnall County
Degree holders: 15% of adults over 25. The uninsured rate is 13.9%, against 12.4% for Georgia.
| Measure | Tattnall County | Georgia statewide | Typical U.S. county |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37.7 | 37.6 | 41.5 |
| Bachelor's or higher | 15.4% | 34.9% | 22.2% |
| No high school diploma | 17.2% | 10.8% | n/a |
| No health insurance | 13.9% | 12.4% | 7.8% |
| No vehicle | 6.3% | 5.9% | 5.4% |
| Work from home | 3.3% | 15.9% | 8.7% |
| Poverty rate | 23.4% | 13.4% | 13.2% |
| Unemployment (ACS) | 6.7% | 5.1% | 4.4% |
| Commute length | Tattnall County |
|---|---|
| Under 15 min | 31.1% |
| 15 to 29 min | 31.1% |
| 30 to 44 min | 16.3% |
| 45 to 59 min | 9.4% |
| 60+ min | 12.1% |
Checking a lender's license in Georgia
Before sharing details with a lender, a Tattnall County resident can confirm its license with the Georgia Department of Banking and Finance. A CFPB complaint gets forwarded to the company for a response. More on Georgia: Georgia personal loans.
Checklist for Tattnall County applicants
Four checks before you sign anything:
- Know the exact dollar figure you need before talking to a lender.
- Prequalify with soft pulls where offered, then compare in writing.
- Look the lender up with the state regulator first.
- Read the final agreement; it must match the offer.
Nearby and statewide guides
For statewide rules and data, see the Georgia guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is Tattnall County a high-income county?
Its $50,747 median ranks 122nd of 159 Georgia counties and compares with $65,681 for the median U.S. county.
What do renters pay in Tattnall County?
$699 a month at the median, about 17% of median household income.
I own my home in Tattnall County. Personal loan or HELOC?
A HELOC uses the house as collateral; a personal loan usually does not. With 71% of homes owner-occupied here, many readers can compare both in writing.
I live in a small Tattnall County town. Is this my guide?
Yes. If your town has no city guide, this county page is the local one; it covers Glennville, Reidsville, Cobbtown, Collins, Mendes and 1 more.
Does living in Tattnall County change what I qualify for?
Not in our fit check, which uses only the amount, credit range, income and payments you enter, the same for a Tattnall County resident as anyone. Lenders decide under fair-lending law.