Valdosta, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Valdosta, Georgia is 55,222 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 18th-largest city in Georgia. The median household income is $45,849, the median home value is $165,300, and the median age is 28.9.
The population has grown 1.3% since 2010 (54,977 → 55,667).
55,222
Population
1534
People / sq mi
$45,849
Median Income
$165,300
Median Home Value
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Valdosta covers 36.0 sq mi of land at 1534 people per square mile.
About Valdosta, GA
Valdosta skews on age — the median resident is 28.9, younger than the national median. Valdosta is a city in Georgia with a population of 55,222. It ranks #18 among cities in Georgia by population.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $45,849, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 19.9%, is among the steepest of comparable US cities and above the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $165,300, with typical rent around $1,000.
Roughly 28.1% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Home-based work is uncommon, at 3.9%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
Valdosta city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Valdosta city had a population of 54,977 in 2010 and 55,667 in 2024, a 1.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 57,156 in 2012. Average annual growth rate: 0.10%.
55,667
Population (2024)
54,977
Population (2010)
57,156
Peak (2012)
0.10%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 54,977 |
| 2011 | 55,787 |
| 2012 | 57,156 |
| 2013 | 56,088 |
| 2014 | 56,309 |
| 2015 | 55,818 |
| 2016 | 55,846 |
| 2017 | 56,054 |
| 2018 | 56,428 |
| 2019 | 56,457 |
| 2020 | 55,424 |
| 2021 | 55,207 |
| 2022 | 55,091 |
| 2023 | 54,989 |
| 2024 | 55,667 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 35.8% |
| Black or African American | 56.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Economy & Income
$45,849
Median Household Income
$26,206
Per Capita Income
19.9%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$165,300
Median Home Value
$1,000
Median Rent
41.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.2%
High School+
28.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.3%
Drive Alone
81.1%
Public Transit
3.9%
Work From Home
16.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
34.5%
Foreign Born
94.0%
Non-English at Home
6.9%
Veterans
12.4%
With Disability
82.9%
Health Insurance
93.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 14.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.0% |
| Manufacturing | 7.1% |
| Retail Trade | 6.7% |
| Public Administration | 5.7% |
| Construction | 5.1% |
| Information | 4.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Valdosta, Georgia has a population of 55,222 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 18th-largest city in Georgia.
The median household income in Valdosta, Georgia is $45,849, with 19.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Valdosta, Georgia is $165,300, with median monthly rent at $1,000 and a homeownership rate of 41.0%.
The median age in Valdosta, Georgia is 28.9 years. The population is 45.5% male and 54.5% female.
The population has grown 1.3% since 2010 (54,977 → 55,667).
Valdosta city, GA Climate
Valdosta city, GA has an average annual temperature of 19.4°C (67°F) and receives about 1230 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
19.4°C
Avg Temp
1230
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10° / 51° | 98 mm |
| February | 12° / 54° | 111 mm |
| March | 16° / 61° | 123 mm |
| April | 19° / 66° | 88 mm |
| May | 23° / 73° | 95 mm |
| June | 26° / 79° | 121 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 155 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 142 mm |
| September | 25° / 77° | 102 mm |
| October | 20° / 68° | 60 mm |
| November | 16° / 60° | 64 mm |
| December | 12° / 53° | 71 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Valdosta city, GA
The most comfortable months to visit Valdosta city, GA are typically October, April and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 4°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.