Blackshear is a city located in Pierce County, in the state of Georgia (GA), United States. Nestled in the South Atlantic division of the South region, it covers an area of 4.3 square miles (11.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 120 ft. With a population of approximately 3,283 residents, Blackshear offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 44.99% males and 55.01% females, and it has a population density of 767.06 people per square mile (296.16/km²). Blackshear lies at a latitude of 31.3 and a longitude of -82.25, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (26.5%), followed by English (8.9%), German (1.7%), and Scotch-Irish (1.3%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 31516.