Wilmington Island, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Wilmington Island, Georgia is 14,457 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 88th-largest city in Georgia. The median household income is $92,578, the median home value is $361,600, and the median age is 43.9.
14,457
Population
1741
People / sq mi
$92,578
Median Income
$361,600
Median Home Value
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Wilmington Island covers 8.3 sq mi of land at 1741 people per square mile.
About Wilmington Island, GA
Age is the most distinctive thing about Wilmington Island: a median age of 43.9, older than the national median. Wilmington Island is a city in Georgia with a population of 14,457.
The typical household here earns about $92,578, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 3.6%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $361,600, with typical rent around $1,680.
College attainment is above the local norm at 51.0%, above the national 35.0%. About 10.8% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Wilmington Island — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 91.2% |
| Black or African American | 1.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$92,578
Median Household Income
$48,211
Per Capita Income
3.6%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$361,600
Median Home Value
$1,680
Median Rent
77.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
98.2%
High School+
51.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
79.4%
Public Transit
10.8%
Work From Home
27.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
40.8%
Foreign Born
95.6%
Non-English at Home
9.2%
Veterans
15.4%
With Disability
91.5%
Health Insurance
97.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 15.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 12.3% |
| Retail Trade | 9.4% |
| Manufacturing | 7.8% |
| Construction | 7.3% |
| Information | 7.3% |
| Public Administration | 4.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 1.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wilmington Island, Georgia has a population of 14,457 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 88th-largest city in Georgia.
The median household income in Wilmington Island, Georgia is $92,578, with 3.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Wilmington Island, Georgia is $361,600, with median monthly rent at $1,680 and a homeownership rate of 77.2%.
The median age in Wilmington Island, Georgia is 43.9 years. The population is 46.7% male and 53.3% female.
Wilmington Island Cdp, GA Climate
Wilmington Island Cdp, GA has an average annual temperature of 19.2°C (67°F) and receives about 1278 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
19.2°C
Avg Temp
1278
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10° / 50° | 98 mm |
| February | 11° / 53° | 79 mm |
| March | 15° / 59° | 99 mm |
| April | 19° / 65° | 76 mm |
| May | 23° / 73° | 89 mm |
| June | 26° / 78° | 136 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 152 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 189 mm |
| September | 25° / 77° | 143 mm |
| October | 20° / 69° | 80 mm |
| November | 16° / 60° | 63 mm |
| December | 12° / 53° | 74 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 Wilmington Island Cdp, GA
The most comfortable months to visit Wilmington Island Cdp, GA are typically October, May and April, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 5°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.