Butts County, Georgia, may not sound familiar to many, but fans of the Netflix sci-fi drama “Stranger Things” will definitely find it familiar. Jackson, the county’s seat, has been the setting of the fictional 1980’s town of Hawkins, Indiana, throughout the series. “We get a lot of tourism based on Stranger Things because our downtown was used as the backdrop for the show,” says Kim Freshwater, an 11-year Associate Broker with Century 21 Crowe Realty. “They probably chose Jackson because it looks like it’s straight out of the 1980s. The town is a time capsule. When they shot here, we still had a Radio Shack.” Within Butts County, residents can find rural surroundings and elbow room with small-town amenities always within reach.
The popular Netflix series Stranger Things was filmed in Butts County.
Local restaurants are proud that Stranger Things was filmed in Butts County.
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Trails, lakes and mineral springs
Stranger Things is not the only big draw to Butts County, so is its wealth of natural areas. Lakes, rivers, springs and hiking trails abound here. “We are the outdoor capital of Georgia,” Freshwater says. “We have a huge hiking trail that starts right in town and it connects to Indian Springs State Park and Dauset Trails.” Butts County offers a myriad of options for outdoor enthusiasts. Jackson Lake is a popular spot for watersports such as water skiing and paddleboarding. Dauset Trails offers 20 miles of hiking and biking trails and frequently hosts events such as the Huff N Puff Marathon, a half-marathon and 5K trail race. Established in 1927, the 528-acre Indian Springs State Park is one of the oldest state parks in the country. But long before then, Native Americans frequented the site’s mineral springs, which are said to have healing properties. People still flock there today to take the water. “The water is a big thing. There are a lot of folks that swear by the water,” Freshwater says. “They bring big jugs to fill up. There’s a line of people waiting their turn.”
Locals Can Enjoy 20 Miles of Hiking and Biking Trails at Dauset Trails of Butts County
Established in 1927, Indian Springs State Park is One of the Oldest State Parks in the Nation
Along with Great Hiking, Dauset Trails Nature Center Offers a Myriad of Options for Outdoor Enthusiasts
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Head to Jackson for a bite to eat
With a population of over 25,000 people according to the 2020 Census, residents of Butts County typically head to Jackson for shopping and dining out. In the downtown square, there's The Brickery, which offers creative cuisine, such as baked potato pizza. Lucy Lu’s Coffee Café is the go-to spot for coffee and biscuit sandwiches. The iconic Fresh Air Barbecue is well-known for their pork barbecue sandwiches, slaw and Brunswick stew. Founded in 1929, Fresh Air has been named one of the South’s Top 50 Barbecue Joints by Southern Living magazine.
In Butts County, The Brickery is the First Choice of New York Style Brick Oven Pizza in Jackson
The Fresh Air Barbecue has been Featured as one of the South's Top 50 Barbecue Joints by "Southern Living" Magazine
Stop by Bradley's Olde Tavern for happy hour in downtown Jackson in Butts County.
Bradley's Olde Tavern it's famous for their friendly staff and hot wings in Butts County.
Cool off with the sweet treat from Buddy Blues Cool Licks in Butts County.
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Farmhouses and ranches are familiar in Butts County towns
Butts County is made up of small, grid-street towns like Jackson or Jenkinsburg with a suburban feel to its residential areas. Beyond that is outlying rural expanse, along winding Georgia country roads, where neighbors are spaced generously between one another and fenced in by trees. Those looking to move to Butts County will find houses in a multitude of styles, ages and price points. There are historic homes built in the early 1900s, as well as recently constructed ones. Buyers have their choice of vintage farmhouses, lakefront residences, and brick ranch-style homes, among others. Home prices in Butts County can stretch from $120,000 for a fixer-upper or an undeveloped land lot to well over $540,000. Freshwater notes that “You can get your foot in the door for $200,000. It’s hard to find something that’s move-in ready that’s less than that. The median price is $275,000, but on Jackson Lake there are million-dollar homes.”
Brick One Level Homes are Available with Manicured Lawns in Butts County
Traditional homes with large lots set back from the street are also found in Butts County.
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Butts County Schools brings community together under friday night lights
Butts County Schools is the district serving the area for education. Nearby schools include Stark Elementary and Henderson Middle, both rated a C-plus on Niche. Students can finish their education at Jackson High School, rated a B-minus, and home of the Red Devils. The school’s football team is a major source of entertainment for the community. “It’s southern small-town football,” Freshwater says. “They’ve got a great following whether they’re having a good year or not. They have brand new stadium and it’s always full.”
Jackson High School of Butts County is One of Many Public High Schools
Home of the Red Devils, Jackson High School Sports is Heavily Supported by the Community
Jackson High School of Butts County is One of Many Public High Schools
Friday night football is a big deal for the local residents of Butts county.
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U.S. Route 23 runs straight through the center of Butts County
U.S. Route 23 is the main artery of the county and runs through the middle of Jackson. Residents can take Route 23 south 39 miles to Macon, or 44 miles north to Atlanta. Butts County will appeal to people who enjoy small-town living, but still want to be within an hour's drive to commute to much larger metropolitan areas for work.
U.S. Route 23/GA Route 42 runs directly through the town of Jackson in Butts County.
The historic old courthouse of Jackson sits as the center piece of the town in Butts County
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Parks in this Area
Daughtry Park
Baseball/Softball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Indian Springs State Park
Lake
Picnic Area
River
High Falls State Park
Camping
Fishing
Picnic Area
Warren Holder Park
Chase Maddox Park
Transit
Airport
Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International
58 min drive
Bus
Jp Travel Center - Jackson
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Butts County
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Butts County, Jackson sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Butts County, Jackson over the last 12 months is $334,484, up 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
27,834
Median Age
41
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
21.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$56,742
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$72,753
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
81.2%
College Graduates
12.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.5%
% Population in Labor Force
50.1%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
54''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
17/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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