Bainbridge, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bainbridge, Georgia is 14,353 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 91st-largest city in Georgia. The median household income is $41,531, the median home value is $150,600, and the median age is 37.6.
The population has grown 14.1% since 2010 (12,778 → 14,586).
14,353
Population
700
People / sq mi
$41,531
Median Income
$150,600
Median Home Value
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Bainbridge covers 20.5 sq mi of land at 700 people per square mile.
About Bainbridge, GA
The poverty rate is what most separates Bainbridge from the typical city: 24.1% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. Bainbridge is a city in Georgia with a population of 14,353.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US cities: the median household earns just $41,531, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 24.1%, poverty is near the top of the range for US cities, above the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $150,600, with typical rent around $843.
College attainment is 17.2%, below the national 35.0%. Home-based work is uncommon, at 3.1%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.
The elevated poverty rate is the context for the rest of the profile in Bainbridge: it pulls on median income, housing tenure, and the share of residents with a college degree.
Bainbridge city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Bainbridge city had a population of 12,778 in 2010 and 14,586 in 2024, a 14.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 14,586 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.07%.
14,586
Population (2024)
12,778
Population (2010)
14,586
Peak (2024)
1.07%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,778 |
| 2011 | 12,743 |
| 2012 | 12,609 |
| 2013 | 12,586 |
| 2014 | 12,445 |
| 2015 | 12,428 |
| 2016 | 12,163 |
| 2017 | 12,183 |
| 2018 | 12,149 |
| 2019 | 12,081 |
| 2020 | 14,482 |
| 2021 | 14,255 |
| 2022 | 14,299 |
| 2023 | 14,423 |
| 2024 | 14,586 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 32.7% |
| Black or African American | 60.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$41,531
Median Household Income
$27,797
Per Capita Income
24.1%
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$150,600
Median Home Value
$843
Median Rent
52.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
81.2%
High School+
17.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.2%
Drive Alone
81.3%
Public Transit
3.1%
Work From Home
15.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
25.9%
Foreign Born
94.8%
Non-English at Home
5.2%
Veterans
17.0%
With Disability
84.3%
Health Insurance
79.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 13.7% |
| Manufacturing | 12.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.4% |
| Public Administration | 6.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.9% |
| Retail Trade | 5.4% |
| Construction | 4.6% |
| Information | 3.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bainbridge, Georgia has a population of 14,353 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 91st-largest city in Georgia.
The median household income in Bainbridge, Georgia is $41,531, with 24.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bainbridge, Georgia is $150,600, with median monthly rent at $843 and a homeownership rate of 52.3%.
The median age in Bainbridge, Georgia is 37.6 years. The population is 47.5% male and 52.5% female.
The population has grown 14.1% since 2010 (12,778 → 14,586).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.