Saint Simons Island

GA

Glynn County, Georgia

Population 85K |Median income $69,799 |2 hospitals

Population
85,447
Glynn County
Median Income
$69,799
+3% vs avg
Median Home Value
$301,300
+32% vs avg
Median Age
43.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
85K+6%
Median Income
$69,799+50%
Median Home Value
$301,300+85%
Poverty Rate
16.1%-16%
Unemployment
3.7%-68%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,135/mo
Poverty Rate
16.1% +13% vs avg
Unemployment 3.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 32.4%
Work From Home 8.8%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 64.2%
African American 24.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.4%
Asian 1.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
44%
Short Sleep Duration
38.5%
Obesity
35.1%
Physical Inactivity
28.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.4%
Diabetes
15.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
15%
Current Smoking
14.4%
Binge Drinking
13.9%
Lack of Health Insurance
12.5%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 80.7%
Dental Visit 62.4%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.9%
Stroke
4.4%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
1/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
0
SOUTHEAST GEORGIA HEALTH SYSTEM- BRUNSWICK CAMPUS
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Alerts & News — Saint Simons Island Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Hazard Reduction Burn Underway in Wedding Bells State Forest Near Woolgoolga

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 7h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Saint Simons Island, GA? ▼
Saint Simons Island, GA has a population of 85,447 people, located in Glynn County, Georgia.
What is the median household income in Saint Simons Island? ▼
The median household income in Saint Simons Island, GA is $69,799 per year. The poverty rate is 16.1%.
What is the median home value in Saint Simons Island? ▼
The median home value in Saint Simons Island, GA is $301,300. Median rent is $1,135/month.
What are the top health concerns in Saint Simons Island? ▼
The top health indicators in Saint Simons Island include High Blood Pressure (44%), Short Sleep Duration (38.5%), Obesity (35.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Saint Simons Island? ▼
Saint Simons Island has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 1/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Saint Simons Island? ▼
The median age in Saint Simons Island, GA is 43.4 years. 32.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Saint Simons Island, GA is located in Glynn County, Georgia. With a population of 85K and a median household income of $69,799, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 1/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Saint Simons Island area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Glynn County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.