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Wilmington Island Local Guide

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Living in Wilmington Island, GA

The town of Wilmington Island, Georgia is home to just over 15,000 people. Retirees account for a greater percentage of the population (18%) here than nationally (14%), while young adults are less well-represented. Overall, the city's population, with an average age of just over 42, is older than most cities in Georgia. Renters tend to be in the minority in the area, and 79% of residents own their homes. The average rent for Wilmington Island is $255 per month more than the state average.

Wilmington Island has a relatively large percentage of residents older than 25 with advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 9% possess a Master's degree or a Doctorate. Furthermore, 21% possess a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average. There are three primary industries in Wilmington Island: retail, healthcare, and education. Together, these industries make up 19% of the city's workforce. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many of the city's workers are in sales, as 8% of the city's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any career path. Wilmington Island workers earn an average annual income of about $86K, around $19,000 more than the average Georgia resident. Wilmington Island's average income also compares favorably to the national average of $73,345.

Wilmington Island residents have an average commute of about 25 minutes, shorter than the Georgia average of about 28 minutes. Driving a vehicle is the prevailing way to get to work, selected by 45% of workers, while public transit isn't extensively used. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.

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