Georgia House
District 157
Five counties. Thousands of families. One representative who shows up.
The District at a Glance
Official map from the Georgia General Assembly Legislative & Congressional Reapportionment Office (2021)
District 157 Data Dashboard
Official Census Metrics
Demographics
Total Population
61,498
Median Age
38.7 years
Economy
Median Household Income
$47,129
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Housing & Families
Total Households
22,003
Median Home Value
$118,100
Education
High School Grad or Higher
81.4%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
14.4%
Health & Service
Uninsured Rate
13.9%
Veterans
6.5%
Five Counties, One District
Tattnall County
County Seat: Reidsville & Glennville
Sweet onion farming, timber, Smith State Prison EMS burden
Key Communities
Jeff Davis County
County Seat: Hazlehurst
Timber, livestock, strong vocational education tradition
Key Communities
Appling County
County Seat: Baxley
Timber, turpentine history, rural healthcare gaps
Key Communities
Evans County
County Seat: Claxton
Claxton Fruitcake capital, veterans community, agriculture
Key Communities
Candler County
County Seat: Metter
Rural healthcare access, agricultural tradition, tight-knit community
Key Communities
Do You Live in District 157?
Download the official district map or reach out to the campaign directly and we'll help you confirm your district.
Understanding Georgia House District 157
District Quick Facts
- Legislative Body: Georgia House of Representatives
- Region: Southeast Georgia (Coastal Plain)
- Counties Represented: Appling, Candler, Evans, Jeff Davis, Tattnall
- Primary Economic Sectors: Agriculture, Forestry & Timber, Healthcare
- General Election Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
2026 General Election
District 157 has an open legislative race following the retirement of long-serving Representative Bill Werkheiser. Voters in the November 2026 election will choose between Democratic nominee Micah King of Glennville and Republican nominee Bradley B. Anderson of Reidsville.
Frequently Asked Questions About District 157
What counties are in Georgia House District 157?
Georgia House District 157 represents communities across Southeast Georgia, including Tattnall County, Jeff Davis County, Appling County, Evans County, and Candler County.
What cities and towns are in District 157?
Major communities include Glennville, Reidsville, Collins, Cobbtown, and Manassas in Tattnall County; Hazlehurst and Denton in Jeff Davis County; Baxley and Surrency in Appling County; Claxton, Hagan, Bellville, and Daisy in Evans County; and Metter and Pulaski in Candler County.
How do I check if my address is in District 157?
You can verify your exact state legislative districts by entering your voter registration information into the official Georgia Secretary of State My Voter Page (mvp.sos.ga.gov) or by downloading our official district map.
What does a Georgia State Representative do?
Members of the Georgia House of Representatives serve two-year terms in the Georgia General Assembly in Atlanta. Representatives author, debate, and vote on the annual state budget, state tax policy, healthcare appropriations, infrastructure funding, and rural economic policies directly affecting local communities.
Ready to Make Your Voice Heard?
District 157 deserves a representative who shows up. Help Micah get to Atlanta and fight for Southeast Georgia.