Saint Simons Island, GA - Life in Coastal Georgia
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St. Simons Island - One of the Golden Isles of Georgia
If you've ever dreamed of living in Florida but thought it was just a little too "crowded", too "far South", not "Southern" enough, too "hot", or just plain too "far", then living in southeastern coastal Georgia on St. Simons Island might be perfect for you.
St. Simons Island is just about as close to Florida as you can get, it isn't crowded, and yet you have easy access to Jacksonville, Florida and Savannah, Georgia if you begin to crave the big city life.
Here's all the facts on St. Simons Island, Georgia!
St. Simons Island is just about as close to Florida as you can get, it isn't crowded, and yet you have easy access to Jacksonville, Florida and Savannah, Georgia if you begin to crave the big city life.
Here's all the facts on St. Simons Island, Georgia!
Come on Down - or Up - to St. Simons Island, Georgia
St. Simons is very convenient from most any location on the East Coast
Only an easy hours drive on I-95 from Jacksonville or Savannah, St. Simons Island is the perfect little island community. It is just touristy enough that you'll feel like you are on vacation all of the time, yet it is very much a community of friends and neighbors who live on and enjoy St. Simons Island year round.
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Can you guess why the area around
St. Simons Island is called
The Golden Isles?
Answer...
To answer the question, the area around St. Simons Island is known as the Golden Isles because of the beautiful marsh grasses that are "golden" for most of the year. They look especially beautiful on a sunny day.Saint Simons Island, GA Stats
The population of 31522 is 14,869.
That's #6858 out of all 42,305 zip codes.
93% of the population is white, which is 19 points more than the national average.
The average household income in 31522 is $61,005, which is $31,307 more than the typical average.
This contributes to the average house being worth $235,600. When the survey was done in 2000, that represented a difference of 199% from the typical value.
Men make up 46% of the population, and the typical age in this part of GA is 46.6.
Stats about: Saint Simons Island, GA
Population: 14,869Number of Households: 9,405
Average House Value: $235,600
Average Income per Household: $61,005
Elevation: 10 ft
Population Breakdown:
St. Simons Driving Tour
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I'm sure you're ready to come visit us on St. Simons Island, so be sure to read up some more on all of the things you can do while you are here. You'll find more information about St. Simons, as well as other islands and attractions within easy driving distance.
- Coastal Georgia - From Tybee Island to Cumberland Island
- Get an overview of the coastal Georgia area in this lens that covers the islands and towns - large and small - along the Georgia coast.
- St. Simons Island
- A nice overview of St. Simons Island with lists of the highlights and things to do.
- Fort Clinch State Park
- One of my favorite places to go for a day trip. Just 45 minutes from St. Simons Island is the little town of Fernandina Beach and Fort Clinch State Park on Amelia Island, Florida. Definitely worth the trip.
The Saint Simons Island Scoop
Don't believe me? Let's see what others have to say about St. Simons Island, the Golden Isles and coastal Georgia.
More to do in Saint Simons Island, GA
There are plenty of things to do for locals and visitors alike. We do like to spend a lot of time outdoors so you'll find many opportunities to go fishing, kayaking, swimming at the beach, or biking along plenty of bike trails. There are also old forts and the St. Simons Lighthouse to explore, too.Here's what Yelpers have to say about Active Life in 31522
- Fort Frederica National Monument (St Simons)
- "A must see if you have an extra few hours. Admission is cheap for what you get, too. Be careful, you might learn something." more
- Southeast Adventure Outfitters (Saint Simons Island)
- "What an awesome group! I've been going to St. Simons Island for over 20 years and just recently had the pleasure of working with these guys. Michael took..." more
- Ocean Motion Surf Company (Saint Simons Island)
- "Great little surf shop!! We were looking for bicycle's during our vacation. GREAT customer Service and great prices too!!" more
- Monkeywrench Bicycles Tours (Saint Simons Island)
- "Great shop with so much to choose from we had a hard time deciding what to buy a couple of months ago. Our out-of-town professional biking friend, who..." more
- Kim's Martial Arts (Saint Simons Island)
- "Master Kim is gfted teacher who approaches each student on the student's personal level of need. He manages diverse personalities and abilities in one class..." more
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It is easy to find bloggers blogging about St. Simons Island, Georgia. You'll find visitors who must talk about their visit to the St. Simons Island Lighthouse or to Christ Church. Or local realtors who know all about where to find the best house for newcomers. And then we have our share of eccentrics who like to post their feelings on politics or the weather - just like you'll find in all little beach communities.- What's Happening in Georgia
- By Cindy Holifield Book sale, 8:30 am-4 pm today, 8:30 am-3 pm Saturday, St. Simons Island Casino Atrium, Casino, 550 Beachview Drive. Book donations accepted. Membership $10. (912) 638-2393. Armed Forces Festival to benefit the Georgia National Guard ...
- Coast Lines: St. Simons welcomes back Jazz in the Park
- The Glynn Middle School Jazz Band and the Phil Morrison Trio will be the opening acts Sunday in the Jazz in the Park Series at Neptune Park on St. Simons Island. The audience is invited to bring a picnic supper and chair or blanket to relax on the ...
- Seamen who died in sub attack are honored in Georgia ceremony
- A German submarine sank the SS Oklahoma and the Esso Baton Rouge off St. Simons Island in an early-morning attack on April 8, 1942. Twenty-two civilian sailors and Navy Guardsmen were killed. Five who could not be immediately identified were buried in ...
- Georgia shrimp season opens in a week
- Trawlers must also observe a boating safety zone that extends 1000 feet from the beaches of Tybee Island, St. Simons Island, Jekyll Island and Sea Island. All motorized craft, from jet skis to commercial boats, cannot go inside that zone between May 1 ...
Have you been to St. Simons Island?
If you've been to St. Simons Island or any of the other areas nearby (Jekyll Island or Brunswick, for instance) - or think you might like to visit - please leave a comment about this lens.
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Dec 24, 2011 @ 11:16 am | delete
- My wife and I went there this last summer with my inlaws. It was a pretty island and the lighthouse was nice to visit. It was lacking in beach front though. Definitely a nice place to go if you like a laid back atmosphere.
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mbgphoto Jan 30, 2011 @ 7:44 pm | delete
- I've been there to photograph the lighthouse. It's a beautiful place.
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ajgodinho Sep 13, 2010 @ 8:51 am | delete
- No, I've never been to St. Simons Island, but I think it would be a great place to visit and even live. You did a good job in portraying it as a place to live.
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Mili
Jun 6, 2010 @ 5:57 pm | delete
- My husband and I are thinking about moving to the Golden Isles area. We have a 3 1/2 year old son. Is it a good area to raise a family?
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K_Bellamy
Jun 14, 2010 @ 4:39 pm | delete
- If you enjoy small town life, the Golden Isles is a very nice place to raise a family. There aren't as many opportunities as in a city - Jacksonville and Savannah are an hour away - but there are plenty of sports activities, skate board parks, pools, kayaking, dance studios, a nice Y, swim teams, etc. Plus, of course, the beaches.
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Lodging in Saint Simons Island, GA
Come for a Visit, Stay for a Lifetime
- Beach Bed and Breakfast
- This 13,000 square foot, Spanish-Mediterranean Villa, features three, elegant, and comfortable suite...
- Village Inn & Pub
- Located between the island's parks, and the historic, oceanfront village, this inn was built around...
- Best Western Island Inn
- "Experience the island difference," while at this hotel, that offers 61, spacious guest rooms. All o...
- Cloister at Sea Island, The
- Sea Island Resorts was created as a peaceful respite on two of the Georgia CoastÂ’s barrier islands....
- Hampton Inn
- A lobby, with a tropical setting, of wicker furnishings, and palm frond ceiling fans greets you, as...
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