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Ochlocknee, GA Utility & Living Guide
Ochlocknee is a town in Thomas County, Georgia, United States. The population was 672 in 2020. Ochlocknee was incorporated as a town on March 3, 1874 and as a city on January 1, 1970.
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
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$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2000/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
The housing market in Ochlocknee is relatively affordable, with a mix of new and older homes available. Rentals are also available, but may be limited. The area is seeing some growth, with new developments and subdivisions being built.
Cost of Living
105
+5% above national average
102
98
100
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 7% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| <p>State 4% + County 2% + City 1%</p> | |
Georgia has a progressive state income tax with rates ranging from 1% to 5.99%
Family & Relocation
60
7/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
Ochlocknee has limited public transportation options, but the area is relatively flat and walkable, making it accessible for strollers and families
- Thomasville Rose Garden
- Jack Hadley Black History Museum
- Thomas County Public Library
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📰 Live Local News
- Local man charged in Crisp Co. vehicular homicide crash
- Image 1 of 13 An officer's SUV and another vehicle wrecked at the corner of Highway 141 and Holcomb Bridge Road in Gwinnett County on June 5, 2026. (FOX 5 Atlanta) The Brief A traffic crash involving a Gwinnett County police officer occurred Friday aftern
- Janette Burt Johnson
Ochlocknee has regulations regarding zoning, land use, and building permits, which are enforced by the Thomas County government
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📊 Ochlocknee — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
During the summer months, utility costs in Ochlocknee tend to increase due to the high demand for air conditioning, while in the winter months, costs decrease as the weather cools down. However, the area's mild winters mean that heating costs are relatively low compared to other parts of the country.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 31773 has a property tax millage rate of 12.5 mills, with an additional 2 mills for the Thomas County school district
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, Ochlocknee has decent sidewalks and park access, but elevator access in transit is limited, and family infrastructure such as changing tables and nursing rooms are not always available
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