Tifton, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Tifton, Georgia is 17,140 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 73rd-largest city in Georgia. The median household income is $44,324, the median home value is $161,700, and the median age is 33.3.
The population has grown 5.8% since 2010 (16,430 → 17,385).
17,140
Population
1318
People / sq mi
$44,324
Median Income
$161,700
Median Home Value
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Tifton covers 13.0 sq mi of land at 1318 people per square mile.
About Tifton, GA
Homeownership is the standout figure in Tifton: 38.1% of homes are owner-occupied, lower than the national rate. With 17,140 residents, Tifton is a city in Georgia.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US cities: the median household earns just $44,324, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 19.5%, is among the steepest of comparable US cities and above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $161,700, with typical rent around $793.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 21.5%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 6.2%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Tifton city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Tifton city had a population of 16,430 in 2010 and 17,385 in 2024, a 5.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 17,385 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.41%.
17,385
Population (2024)
16,430
Population (2010)
17,385
Peak (2024)
0.41%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16,430 |
| 2011 | 16,760 |
| 2012 | 16,644 |
| 2013 | 16,298 |
| 2014 | 16,550 |
| 2015 | 16,529 |
| 2016 | 16,567 |
| 2017 | 16,652 |
| 2018 | 16,685 |
| 2019 | 16,838 |
| 2020 | 17,097 |
| 2021 | 16,989 |
| 2022 | 17,224 |
| 2023 | 17,370 |
| 2024 | 17,385 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 49.2% |
| Black or African American | 33.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$44,324
Median Household Income
$25,944
Per Capita Income
19.5%
Poverty Rate
2.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$161,700
Median Home Value
$793
Median Rent
38.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.9%
High School+
21.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
77.2%
Public Transit
6.2%
Work From Home
21.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
15.5%
Foreign Born
86.0%
Non-English at Home
5.1%
Veterans
12.3%
With Disability
84.0%
Health Insurance
84.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.9% |
| Manufacturing | 8.1% |
| Construction | 7.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.7% |
| Information | 6.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 5.7% |
| Public Administration | 4.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 3.5% |
| Retail Trade | 3.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Tifton, Georgia has a population of 17,140 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 73rd-largest city in Georgia.
The median household income in Tifton, Georgia is $44,324, with 19.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Tifton, Georgia is $161,700, with median monthly rent at $793 and a homeownership rate of 38.1%.
The median age in Tifton, Georgia is 33.3 years. The population is 50.3% male and 49.7% female.
The population has grown 5.8% since 2010 (16,430 → 17,385).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.