Dock Junction, GA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Glynn County · Georgia
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Dock Junction based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
8,786
2023 ACS
Median Income
$48,600
2023
Median Home Value
$140,300
2023
Median Rent
$1,068
2023
Median Age
37.3
Unemployment
5.2%
Cost of Living Index
86.3
100 = national avg
Dock Junction is a city in Glynn County, Georgia, with a population of 8,786 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Dock Junction is one of the communities in Georgia.
The median household income in Dock Junction is $48,600, and the median home value is $140,300. The cost of living index is 86.3 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,068 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.2%, and the median age is 37.3 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
8,786
Male
4,608
52.4%
Female
4,178
47.6%
Median Age
37.3
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
8.2%
High School or Higher
40.0%
Foreign Born
11.3%
Veterans
4.9%
Married
26.5%
Avg Household Size
2.7
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.652
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
47.0%
Foreign Born
11.3%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
17.6%
1,550 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
82.4%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
8,230
English Only
81.2%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
1,288 speakers
Limited English
9.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
90.2%
Limited English Proficiency
9.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
431
4.9% of population
Disability Rate
15.1%
65 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$33,479
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
431
100.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$33,479
Non-Veteran Income
$24,129
Difference
$9,350
38.8% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
65
Without Disability
366
Disability Rate
15.1%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
4,267
#1 Ancestry
English
11.1% (977)
#2 Ancestry
American
10.7% (939)
#3 Ancestry
Italian
7.6% (666)
Top 17 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
3,174
Family Households
2,099
66.1%
Married Couples
973
30.7%
Non-Family Households
1,075
33.9%
Single Mother Households
668
21.0%
Single Father Households
458
14.4%
Living Alone
1,042
32.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
1,873
In Married Couple
373
19.9%
With Single Mother
855
45.6%
With Single Father
645
34.4%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$55,638
Married Couple Income
$73,906
Single Mother Income
$41,962
Avg Family Size
2.7
Avg Non-Family Size
2.8
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
80
Grandparents Responsible
62
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$48,600
-34% vs national
Per Capita Income
$29,000
-22% vs national
Poverty Rate
31.2%
+129% vs national
Gini Index
0.4881
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.2%
-1% vs national
SNAP Recipients
23.1%
of households
How Dock Junction Compares
Dock Junction vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Dock Junction is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Dock Junction, GA has a median household income of $48,600, making it the 22,056th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Dock Junction has a higher median household income than 22% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Dock Junction, GA has a per capita income of $29,000, making it the 18,363rd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Dock Junction has a higher per capita income than 35% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Dock Junction, GA has a poverty rate of 31.2%, making it the 2,760th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Dock Junction has a higher poverty rate than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Dock Junction, GA has a unemployment rate of 5.2%, making it the 11,161st highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Dock Junction has a higher unemployment rate than 64% of all the cities we measured.
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Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Dock Junction. The median household income here is $48,600.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.2%
-1% vs GA avg
Labor Force
3,774
Employed
3,579
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
8.2%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
40.0%
of adults 25+
Median Age
37.3
Work from Home
2.9%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Brunswick-St. Simons, GA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Managers, All Other
Top Median Wage
$117.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
86.3
100 = national avg
-13.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,989
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$89,793
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,105
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,293
per month
The median household income in Dock Junction, GA is $48,600, which is 33.6% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $29,000. The poverty rate of 31.2% is higher than the GA state average of 18.4%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4881, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.2%, compared to the state average of 5.2%. The labor force is 3,774. 8.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 71.0% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 86.3, which is 13.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 94.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,989 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$112,750
Median List Price
$225,250
Price Per Sq Ft
$123
Days on Market
141
Active Inventory
17
Months of Supply
8.5
Buyer's market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
28.6%
Sale-to-List Ratio
81.8%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
2
New Listings
6
Pending Sales
7
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$123
Median List $/SF
$160
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Dock Junction, GA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Brunswick-St. Simons, GA metro area, home prices have risen 502.8% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 114.5%. The 10-year growth rate is 124.5%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 72.5%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 19.1%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Brunswick-St. Simons, GA housing market rather than Dock Junction alone.
Metro area: Brunswick-St. Simons, GA
Dock Junction vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Dock Junction is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Dock Junction, GA has a median home value of $140,300, making it the 17,434th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Dock Junction has a higher median home value than 38% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Dock Junction, GA has a median rent of $1,068, making it the 8,753rd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Dock Junction has a higher median rent than 61% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Dock Junction, GA has a price per square foot of $123, making it the 15,205th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Dock Junction has a higher price per square foot than 27% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Dock Junction, GA has a rent burden of 26.4%, making it the 2,611th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Dock Junction has a higher rent burden than 88% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$140,300
Median Rent
$1,068
Total Housing Units
3,889
Vacancy Rate
18.4%
Owner Occupied
49.4%
Renter Occupied
50.6%
Median Property Tax
$693
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$469
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$693
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.49%
of home value
Median Home Value
$140,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$839
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($693) by the median home value ($140,300). In Dock Junction, GA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.49%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Dock Junction, GA is $112,750 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 141 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 8.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $123. The median rent is $1,068 per month (Census ACS). About 49.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1979. There are 3,889 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $693. The effective tax rate is 0.49%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Dock Junction. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
83.7
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
79.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
77.0
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
93.3
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
20
Public Assistance
$31.8M
Individual Assistance
$10.0M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
11 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Helene → | Hurricane | Sep 2024 | $3.7M | $3.4M |
| Hurricane Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Idalia → | Hurricane | Sep 2023 | $930K | $83K |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $87K | $1.6M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Michael → | Hurricane | Oct 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | $14.1M | $4.1M |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $11.9M | $881K |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Tornadoes → | Severe Storm | May 2008 | $154K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Frances → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | $376K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Emergency Declarations → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | $550K | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Mar 1998 | — | — |
| Severe Snowfall, Winter Storm → | Snowstorm | Mar 1993 | — | — |
| Drought → | Drought | Jul 1977 | — | — |
| Shrimp Loss Due to Cold Weather → | Freezing | Jun 1977 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 21 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,995
Total Claims Paid
$43,465,043
Avg Claim Payout
$21,787
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
5
Federal Funding
$3,513,731
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.45
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 600.1: Warning Systems (as a Component of a Planned, Adopted, and Exercised Risk Reduction Plan) | 2 | $16,934 |
| 91.3: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 1 | $46,796 |
| 301.1: Shoreline Stabilization (Riprap, etc.) | 1 | $2,906,250 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 1 | $543,752 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Dock Junction has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hurricane, wildfire, coastal flood. The area has had 20 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (11 declarations). 1,995 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $31,830,912 in public assistance recovery funding. $10,034,967 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 5 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
41.5%
5.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.0%
2.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
18.5%
6.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
20.5%
9.9pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
40.3%
Arthritis
29.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
21.3%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
20.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.0%
Loneliness
37.7%
Lack of Support
26.9%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
40.8%
Mobility
21.5%
Cognitive
20.5%
Hearing
9.0%
Vision
9.9%
Self-Care
7.4%
Independent Living
14.2%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Dock Junction has an obesity rate of 41.5%, which is 5.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.0%, 2.5pp below the national average. About 20.5% of adults lack health insurance. 78.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.3 mi
Southeast Georgia Health Syste...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Georgia Health System- Brunswick Campus | 2.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | — |
| Wayne Memorial Hospital | 38.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Baptist Medical Center - Nassau | 41.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Liberty Regional Medical Center | 44.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Winn Ach (Ft Stewart) | 49.1 mi | Acute Care - Department of Defense | — | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
71.0%
-10% vs national
Public Transit
1.2%
+38% vs national
Work From Home
2.9%
-69% vs national
Carpool
20.1%
Walk
1.1%
How Dock Junction's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Dock Junction, GA covers travel times and transportation modes. 71.0% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 2.9% work from home, which is below the GA state average of 9.3%. Public transit is used by 1.2% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 20.1% of workers carpool. 1.1% walk to work.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
76.1%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
65.9%
of households
No Internet
12.7%
of households
Total Households
3,174
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
92.5%
of households
Smartphone
83.9%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
68.6%
of households
Tablet
54.4%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-26% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.9¢
per kWh
-30% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.2¢
per kWh
-39% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$151
residential
+3% vs Under 10,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Georgia averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $151. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Dock Junction vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
76.1% of households in Dock Junction have broadband internet access. 65.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 8.9% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 12.7% of households have no internet access. 12.6% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Dock Junction is located in Glynn County, GA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Dock Junction.
Election Overview
Source: Glynn County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
16,144
36.8%
GOP Votes
27,558
62.8%
Total Votes
43,912
Margin
R+26.0%
Shift from 2020
R+2.8pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 16,144 | 27,558 | 43,912 | 36.8% | 62.8% | R+26.0 |
| 2020 | 15,882 | 25,617 | 41,988 | 37.8% | 61.0% | R+23.2 |
| 2016 | 11,738 | 21,482 | 34,041 | 34.5% | 63.1% | R+28.6 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Glynn County recorded 43,912 total votes. Republicans won the county with 62.8% of the vote compared to 36.8% for Democrats, a margin of R+26.0%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+2.8pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Glynn County has shifted 2.6 percentage points toward Democrats.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1
Total Approved
$971K
Jobs Supported
11
Per 10K Residents
1.1
SBA loans
-99.6% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
1
Top Lender
TNBANK
1 loans
Top Industry
Manufacturing
Data Span
2019–2019
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
1
Total Amount
$971K
Avg Loan
$971,000
Median Loan
$971,000
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Silver Bluff Brewery | 1 | $971K |
Dock Junction, GA has received 1 SBA loans totaling $971K in approved funding between 2019 and 2019. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 1 loans totaling $971K. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Manufacturing. The most active SBA lender in Dock Junction is TNBANK with 1 loans. That works out to 1.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
4
Total Population
66,098
Avg Median Income
-$166,618,242
Avg Home Value
-$166,514,166
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31520 | 22,743 | $37,652 | $135,100 | $936 | 20.1 |
| 31523 | 14,921 | $90,148 | $276,200 | $1,023 | 191.5 |
| 31524 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1.5 |
| 31525 | 28,434 | $65,896 | $198,700 | $1,137 | 98.3 |
Dock Junction, GA has 4 ZIP codes with a combined population of 66,098. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$166,618,242. The average median home value is -$166,514,166. The average median monthly rent is -$166,665,892.
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