Investor-grade market analytics for Waycross, Georgia. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$168,719
+4.7% year-over-year
7.8%
gross annual
+4.6%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+4.6% year-over-year
18/100
Very LowNet migration: Top 50% nationally
In-migrants avg $42,008 AGI vs out-migrants $37,912
Opportunity Zone Market
3 ZIP codes in Waycross are designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (IRC 1400Z-2), eligible for capital gains tax deferral on qualifying investments. Learn more →
Waycross, GA shows steady growth at 4.7% year-over-year appreciation, reflecting balanced market conditions with moderate demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 3.44x, below the national average of 4.8x. Modest net positive migration (+1 returns/year) provides steady demand support. Climate risk remains low (18/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 7.76% is strong, making this market attractive for buy-and-hold investors.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Waycross, GA's primary climate exposure is hurricanes (50/100). The composite climate risk score of 18/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
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