Statesboro, GA Data Set
Overview
Statesboro has a census count of 34,944 but this doesn’t tell the whole story. Our city is the largest source of employment and shopping in Bulloch County (population 82,441). In addition, Statesboro is surrounded by smaller, rural counties with limited access to goods and services. These consumers travel to Statesboro for shopping, restaurants and doctor’s appointments.
In 2022, four advanced manufacturing companies announced plans to build new facilities in Bulloch County. These construction projects will total $897 million dollars and create 1,407 jobs. During the same year, Hyundai announced that their new $5.5 billion dollar facility would be located 38 miles from Statesboro and create 8,100 jobs.
Tormenta FC is a professional soccer team based in Statesboro and is part of USL League One. This division has teams in Santa Barbara, Charlotte and Windsor, CO. Tormenta Park is currently under expansion and will be part of a new mixed-use development that will include shopping, condos and a 14,000-person concert venue.
In December 2022, Publix held their grand opening of a new 48,000 square foot grocery store with a full-service pharmacy, bakery and deli.
Statesboro is home to three post-secondary education schools. Georgia Southern University, Ogeechee Technical College and East Georgia State College have a combined enrollment of over 20,000 students on their Statesboro campuses.
*concept image
The Creek on the Blue Mile is a major revitalization in downtown Statesboro covering over 24 acres. This project will convert a stormwater drainage canal into a riverwalk area with new commercial and residential properties. This new development consists of public and private funds totaling over $68 million dollars.
Detailed Demographics
Radius Demographics
| 5 miles | 10 Miles | 20 Miles | |
| Population | 50,333 | 70,033 | 99,275 |
| < 35 Years Old | 65% | 60.90% | 55.9% |
| Households | 18,960 | 25,688 | 36,738 |
| Household Income > $50,000 | 49.6% | 53.50% | 53.3% |
| Average Household Income | $65,509 | $70,424 | $69,405 |
The 2020 census shows a median household income of $32,790. The presence of over 20,000 post-graduate students incorrectly alters this number. Most of these students attend classes full-time and only have part-time employment or no employment at all. While this drives the average income lower, these students nonetheless make a significant contribution to the local economy and provide a valuable resource for businesses seeking part-time employees.
Location
Location Coordinates
- Latitude: 32.448788
- Longitude: -81.78317
- Elevation: 250 Feet
Distance to Major Cities
- Savannah, GA: 56 miles, 1.10 hour drive.
- Atlanta, GA: 209 miles, 3.45 hour drive.
- Jacksonville, FL: 175 miles, 2.6 hour drive.
- Charlotte, NC: 244 miles, 3.85 hour drive.
Land Area
- City of Statesboro: 15.2 square miles
- Bulloch County: 689 square miles
Climate
Statesboro, Georgia is located in the sunbelt of the United States. The mild winters of this region continue to be a major draw for those wishing to move out of colder climates. While it can get hot and humid during the late summer months, snow storms are very rare.
- Avg Annual Rainfall: 46.8 Inches
- Avg Annual Snowfall: >0.1 Inch
- Annual Rainy Days: 98.7
- Annual Sunny Days: 212
- Avg July High: 92.9°F
- Avg January Low: 35.7°F
Area Manufacturing Job Growth
Map Legend
- A: Hyundai – 8,100 Jobs, $5.5 billion facility – opens 2025
- B: Aspen – 250 jobs, $325 million facility – opens late 2023
- C: Joon – 630 jobs, $317 million facility – opens mid 2024
- D: Ecoplastic – 456 jobs, $205 million facility – opens late 2024
- E: Revalyu – 71 jobs, $50 million facility – opens 2024
Manufacturing Growth
On May 20, 2022, Hyundai announced their intention to build a new electric vehicle assembly plant at the Joint Development Authority site on I-16. Located only 38 miles from Statesboro, this $5.5 billion dollar site will create 8,100 jobs and be operational by 2025. During the same year, four other companies announced plans to build new advanced manufacturing facilities in Bulloch County for an additional 1,407 new jobs and $897 million in new construction.
Regional Draw
Statesboro is more than census counts and GAP studies. Those numbers don’t tell the whole story. We are the largest source of employment and shopping in our county and pull visitors from the surrounding region. Here are just a few examples of the events and attractions that draw visitors to Statesboro.
Major Shopping Draws Include:
- Publix
- Lowes
- Walmart (2 Locations)
- Tractor Supply
- Hobby Lobby
- Petco
- Ulta Beauty
- CVS
Post-Secondary Schools, Events and More
- Statesboro is home to three Post-Secondary schools that, together, have over 20,000 students in the city of Statesboro. College sporting events hosted by these schools and various gatherings like graduations and convocations bring additional visitors to the city.
- Events hosted in the city like our professional soccer team, rodeos at the Agricultural Complex and Splash in the Boro water park draw visitors from the surrounding counties. The Mill Creek sports complex also hosts regional youth league sports tournaments.
- Our regional medical center is a valuable resource for Statesboro and the surrounding area. Specialized medical practices associated with the hospital – including cardiologists, pediatricians, and oral surgeons – have offices in the city and serve patients from the entire region.
- The completion of the 24 acre, $68 million dollar riverwalk mixed-use development will be a major draw for Statesboro. This project will add commercial and residential space to our downtown area and improve the existing green space.
Demographics
Economic Profile
Labor and Employment
Post-Secondary Education
Real Estate
Incentive Alert! Tax Allocation Districts or TADs are a mechanism for revitalizing blighted or underutilized areas. This process involves designating a TAD and then dedicating a portion of future taxes toward the cost of infrastructure, buildings or other improvements needed to spur new, higher density development.
In addition to the projects that have already been issued building permits, Statesboro has over 1,500 single family and townhome units in various stages of the pre-approval process.
Statesboro is experiencing strong growth driven by new industries, increasing population, and the presence of three post secondary education institutions. We are also a regional draw for several surrounding counties whose residents travel to Statesboro for employment and shopping. A variety of real estate products are available to choose from. These include small and large retail locations, office settings, new mixed use developments, and vacant, buildable lots. Residential space is as varied as the commercial offerings. Single family houses are available to rent or buy and apartments range from large complexes with several types of amenities to lofts and converted historical buildings.
The West District
Located in downtown Statesboro, The West District is a mixed used development that offers retail, offices, loft apartments and a convention center.
Retail Space
Retail space is available for rent or purchase can start at less than 1,000 square feet. Larger locations, like the vacant lot next to Planet Fitness on Northside Drive owned by Hull Properties, can offer several thousand feet of floor space and loading docks.
Vacant Lots
Several raw, buildable lots are available to purchase in Statesboro. The size can range from less than one acre to several acres. Some lots will be proposed for possible living communities but their zoning could be changed to suit a variety of uses.
Tormenta Town Center
Home of the stadium for the Tormenta professional soccer team, this site is currently under expansion and will become a mixed use development with retail, residences, and a concert venue.
Transportation
K-12 Schools
Quality of Life
Government and Taxes
Utilities
Future Projects and Citations
Last updated: 3/1/2024