Waynesboro, GA

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Population
5,511
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
291 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$161,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$746/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$41,620
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Waynesboro offers quiet, small-town living about forty minutes south of Augusta along U.S. 25. Home to roughly 6,000 residents, this historic Burke County seat has deep roots dating back to the late 1700s, reflected today in its charming downtown district and local museum. Best known as the "Bird Dog Capital of the World," the community takes pride in its storied field-trial traditions and relaxed Southern pace.

Families and newcomers are served by the countywide school system, with local parks and community events anchoring neighborhood life. Many residents work locally in agriculture or at the nearby Plant Vogtle facility, while others make the easy drive into Augusta for healthcare and industry jobs. With warm Georgia sunshine year-round and plenty of room to spread out, Waynesboro delivers a comfortable rural lifestyle within easy reach of city conveniences.

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