Living
Businesses that come to the Mitchell County find it a great place to live.
Population for Mitchell County is 23,498, with four communities that anchor the community; Camilla, Pelham, Baconton, and Sale City.
Camilla is the largest of the four communities and is the county seat. Median home cost in Camilla is $124,300 and when compared to the rest of the country, Camilla's cost of living is 17.70% lower than the U.S. average.
Business executives find major air carrier service is available in Albany, Georgia at the Southwest Georgia Regional Airport. The Camilla-Mitchell County Airport provides general aviation capabilities for most business aircraft with a 5,000’ paved, lighted runway.
Camilla is known nationally and statewide as the home to the Camilla Pro Tennis Invitational Tournament each June. It is a unique tournament that is a fundraiser for charities. The tournament has delivered over $900,000 to local charities.
The Flint River, which defines the western county line, offers recreational opportunites for fishing, bird watching and canoeing. The Flint River Outpost provides canoes and kayaks for rent and sale.