Villa Rica, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Villa Rica, Georgia is 17,798 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 66th-largest city in Georgia. The median household income is $86,052, the median home value is $250,700, and the median age is 33.7.
The population has grown 42.8% since 2010 (14,071 → 20,095).
17,798
Population
1215
People / sq mi
$86,052
Median Income
$250,700
Median Home Value
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Villa Rica covers 14.6 sq mi of land at 1215 people per square mile.
About Villa Rica, GA
Villa Rica skews on age — the median resident is 33.7, younger than the national median. With 17,798 residents, Villa Rica is a city in Georgia.
The typical household here earns about $86,052, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 7.1%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $250,700, with typical rent around $1,462.
26.8% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 12.2% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 33 minutes each way.
Villa Rica city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Villa Rica city had a population of 14,071 in 2010 and 20,095 in 2024, a 42.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 20,095 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.60%.
20,095
Population (2024)
14,071
Population (2010)
20,095
Peak (2024)
2.60%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 14,071 |
| 2011 | 14,109 |
| 2012 | 14,277 |
| 2013 | 14,444 |
| 2014 | 14,713 |
| 2015 | 14,903 |
| 2016 | 15,112 |
| 2017 | 15,306 |
| 2018 | 15,537 |
| 2019 | 16,058 |
| 2020 | 17,247 |
| 2021 | 17,973 |
| 2022 | 18,550 |
| 2023 | 18,824 |
| 2024 | 20,095 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 40.9% |
| Black or African American | 43.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$86,052
Median Household Income
$32,417
Per Capita Income
7.1%
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$250,700
Median Home Value
$1,462
Median Rent
61.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.6%
High School+
26.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.0%
Drive Alone
76.6%
Public Transit
12.2%
Work From Home
33.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
38.9%
Foreign Born
88.1%
Non-English at Home
5.3%
Veterans
11.7%
With Disability
89.2%
Health Insurance
93.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.2% |
| Manufacturing | 15.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.2% |
| Retail Trade | 6.7% |
| Public Administration | 6.2% |
| Construction | 4.3% |
| Information | 4.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Villa Rica, Georgia has a population of 17,798 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 66th-largest city in Georgia.
The median household income in Villa Rica, Georgia is $86,052, with 7.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Villa Rica, Georgia is $250,700, with median monthly rent at $1,462 and a homeownership rate of 61.1%.
The median age in Villa Rica, Georgia is 33.7 years. The population is 48.9% male and 51.1% female.
The population has grown 42.8% since 2010 (14,071 → 20,095).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.