Brunswick, GA, United States

Capital City

At just 10-14 feet above sea level, Brunswick is a low-lying coastal city prone to flooding. With a population of 15,210 as of 2020, it has seen steady declines since its historic high of 21,703 in 1960. The climate is humid subtropical, with scorching summers and rare snow flurries in winter. Bureaucracy is a persistent headache, with the city government embroiled in 19th-century power struggles that turned deadly. Despite its port's economic importance, Brunswick has one of the lowest costs of living in Georgia, making it an affordable option for those who can tolerate the humidity and occasional hurricane threats.