Blackshear, Georgia
Blackshear: city in Pierce County, Georgia, USA
About
Blackshear is a city located in the county of Pierce in the U.S. state of Georgia. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,445 and a population density of 297 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,523 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Blackshear
| Population | 3,523 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Georgia (United States) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Postal code | 31516 |
| Phone Area Codes | 912 |
| Area | 11.61 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 31.3061,-82.2421 |
| Altitude | 112 feet / 34 meters |
| Capital city | Blackshear is capital of Pierce County |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 00:57:29 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 303 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 2.21% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 87℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Blackshear is located at 31°18'22"N 82°14'31"W (31.3060500, -82.2420700).
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Official website of Blackshear
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Blackshear increased by 2.21% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,445 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,450 | 0.14% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,474 | 0.69% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,515 | 1.17% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,513 | -0.06% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,526 | 0.37% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,474 | -1.5% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,455 | -0.55% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,466 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,527 | 1.73% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,523 | -0.11% | estimation process |
Where to Eat in Blackshear
1Huddle House
3428 US-84, Blackshear, GA 31516, United States View details
Phone: +19128074353 | Website available
2Burger King
3527 US-84 West, Blackshear, GA 31516, United States View details
Phone: +19124527044 | Website available
3Surcheros Fresh Mex
3577 GA-38, Blackshear, GA 31516, United States View details
Phone: +19128077827 | Website available
4Pizza Hut
3504 US-84 Suite A, Blackshear, GA 31516, United States View details
Phone: +19124490757 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Blackshear
1Blackshear City Hall
318 Taylor St, Blackshear, GA 31516 View details
Phone: +19124497000 | Website available
2USDA Rural Development
711 Henry St, Blackshear, GA 31516, United States View details
Phone: +19124495577 | Website available
People born in Blackshear (5)
People born in Blackshear, including politician John Randall Walker, politician William Gordon Brantley, football running back Quayvon Hicks, .
More notable people
- James Betterson (American football player) he was born in 20/08/1954
- Chad Nimmer (American politician) he was born in 16/07/1976
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Blackshear, GA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 485458 | Coastal Pines Technical College | Waycross (GA) | 31503 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Blackshear, GA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| JSP | Jesup | 176 Northwest Broad Street | RAIL |
| JAX | Jacksonville | 3570 Clifford Lane | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Blackshear.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Blackshear Post Office | Blackshear (GA) | 31516 |
Other cities in Pierce County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Pierce County , GA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Patterson | 758 | City in Pierce County, Georgia, United States |
| Offerman | 438 | City in Pierce County, Georgia, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Blackshear distances to largest Georgia cities