Fort Gaines CCD, Georgia
Fort Gaines CCD profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Fort Gaines CCD is a geographic entity located in Clay County, Georgia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,069. The land area covers 87.46 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,069 | ±212 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.9 yrs | ±5.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 931 | ±140 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,595 | ±152 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 931 | ±140 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 664 | ±130 |
| Median Home Value | $96,300 | ±$33,995 |
| Median Gross Rent | $551 | ±$190 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $49,534 | ±$11,364 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,607 | ±$8,056 |
| Poverty Rate | 24.7% | ±12.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 510 | ±267 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.6% | ±7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 766 | ±155 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 79.5% | ±8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 2,815 (2024)
ID: 102124
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
105 WASHINGTON ST N, STE 5, FORT GAINES GA 39851-3552
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Abbeville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Abbeville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Eufaula, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fort Gaines, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Fort Gaines, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Eufaula, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Eufaula, AL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 01-12 | Abbeville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Eufaula, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Georgetown, GA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Andrew College
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College | 14.8 mi away | 501College St, Cuthbert, GA, 39840-5550 |
2297322171
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CLAY COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 208 SOUTH HANCOCK STREET, FORT GAINES, GA, 39851 |
(229) 768-2248
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QUITMAN COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 39 OLD SCHOOL ROAD, GEORGETOWN, GA, 39854 |
(229) 334-8972
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EUFAULA CARNEGIE LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 217 NORTH EUFAULA AVENUE, EUFAULA, AL, 36027 |
(334) 687-2337
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RANDOLPH COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 106 PEARL STREET, CUTHBERT, GA, 39840 |
(229) 732-2566
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ABBEVILLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 301 KIRKLAND STREET, ABBEVILLE, AL, 36310 |
(334) 585-2818
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CALHOUN COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 19379 EAST HARTFORD STREET, EDISON, GA, 39846 |
(229) 835-2012
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LUCY HILTON MADDOX MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 23.0 mi away | 11880 COLUMBIA STREET, BLAKELY, GA, 39823 |
(229) 723-3079
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at CUTHBERT, GA US, located 14.8 miles from Fort Gaines CCD. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60.1° | 34.9° | 47.5° | 4.94" | 0.0" |
| February | 64.0° | 36.8° | 50.4° | 5.50" | 0.2" |
| March | 70.8° | 43.0° | 56.9° | 4.82" | 0.1" |
| April | 77.8° | 50.0° | 63.9° | 4.92" | 0.0" |
| May | 85.0° | 58.8° | 71.9° | 2.30" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.8° | 66.8° | 78.3° | 5.18" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.5° | 69.8° | 80.6° | 7.30" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.8° | 69.2° | 80.0° | 5.33" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.3° | 64.5° | 75.9° | 3.97" | 0.0" |
| October | 78.8° | 53.5° | 66.1° | 2.32" | 0.0" |
| November | 69.3° | 42.6° | 55.9° | 3.60" | 0.0" |
| December | 61.6° | 37.3° | 49.4° | 5.51" | 0.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Gaines city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Coleman CDP | CDP | 8.5 mi | — |
| Georgetown-Quitman County unified government | City | 11.4 mi | — |
| Cuthbert city | City | 14.9 mi | — |
| Bluffton town | Town | 15.7 mi | — |
| Abbeville city | City | 16.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1306191218. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.