Jesup is a city located in Wayne County, in the state of Georgia (GA), United States. Nestled in the South Atlantic division of the South region, it covers an area of 16.5 square miles (43.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 102 ft. With a population of approximately 9,279 residents, Jesup offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 55.64% males and 44.36% females, and it has a population density of 562.36 people per square mile (217.13/km²). Jesup lies at a latitude of 31.6 and a longitude of -81.89, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (9%), followed by English (6.9%), German (2.7%), and Scotch-Irish (1.6%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 31545.