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Introduction to Waycross, Georgia
Waycross, Georgia, in Ware county, is 73 miles NW of Jacksonville, Florida. There are 15,333 residents in the city.
Waycross History
The area now known as Waycross was originally settled in by Europeans in 1820. At that time, the area was known as "Old Nine" or "Number Nine." The name was later changed to "Pendleton," and then to "Tebeauville" in 1857. It was incorporated in 1873 as the county seat of Ware county. However, it was reincorporated as "Way Cross" on March 3, 1874. This name was chosen probably because the area was the meeting point of several railroad lines.
Waycross and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Waycross
The Okefenokee Heritage Center houses a museum which provides a host of information about the various groups that have been instrumental in shaping the region’s history. It also has a locomotive from 1912, as well as an interactive singing exhibit. In the city, one can also visit the Waycross Public Library, the Waycross City Hall and the Ware County Jail. The Hatcher Point Mall Shopping Center and Satilla Square Shopping Center are ideal destinations for those who love shopping. In addition, residents of Waycross host the Okefenokee Agricultural Fair and the Swampfest every year.
Waycross Transportation
Air transportation is available from the Moody AFB Airport.
Waycross Higher Education
For higher education, residents of Waycross can enroll at the local Okefenokee Technical Institute or Waycross College.
Waycross strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Georgia):
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| Public Transportation Use (vs. State) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| Short Commute Times (vs. State) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 13% | ![]() |
Comparing Waycross to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Georgia (State):
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| Low Violent Crime | ![]() | ![]() |
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