Waycross city, Georgia
Official LSAD Designation: Waycross city • Census GEOID: 1380956
• Pierce County / Ware County
Waycross city is an incorporated city in Pierce County, Ware County, Georgia. According to official records from the Census (2025), Waycross city had an estimated population of 13,936 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Waycross city (GEOID 1380956).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Waycross
Municipal
Official Title:
Mayor
Address:
PO BOX 99, WAYCROSS GA 31502-0099
County Of Pierce
County
Official Title:
Chairman
Address:
PO BOX 679, BLACKSHEAR GA 31516-0679
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,936 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $38,301 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $84,100 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 11.88 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).