Winder, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Winder, Georgia is 18,847 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 60th-largest city in Georgia. The median household income is $59,944, the median home value is $251,700, and the median age is 36.6.
The population has grown 42.8% since 2010 (14,448 → 20,628).
18,847
Population
1263
People / sq mi
$59,944
Median Income
$251,700
Median Home Value
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Winder covers 14.9 sq mi of land at 1263 people per square mile.
About Winder, GA
Remote work is unusually rare in Winder: 5.9% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. With 18,847 residents, Winder is a city in Georgia.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $59,944, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 10.4%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $251,700, with typical rent around $1,092.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 20.8%, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 5.9% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 33 minutes each way.
Winder city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Winder city had a population of 14,448 in 2010 and 20,628 in 2024, a 42.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 20,628 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.59%.
20,628
Population (2024)
14,448
Population (2010)
20,628
Peak (2024)
2.59%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 14,448 |
| 2011 | 14,502 |
| 2012 | 14,483 |
| 2013 | 14,782 |
| 2014 | 15,009 |
| 2015 | 15,254 |
| 2016 | 15,606 |
| 2017 | 16,191 |
| 2018 | 17,043 |
| 2019 | 17,937 |
| 2020 | 18,405 |
| 2021 | 18,987 |
| 2022 | 19,425 |
| 2023 | 19,756 |
| 2024 | 20,628 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 59.5% |
| Black or African American | 19.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$59,944
Median Household Income
$30,341
Per Capita Income
10.4%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$251,700
Median Home Value
$1,092
Median Rent
66.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.9%
High School+
20.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
79.4%
Public Transit
5.9%
Work From Home
32.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
33.7%
Foreign Born
83.2%
Non-English at Home
7.1%
Veterans
16.8%
With Disability
87.0%
Health Insurance
94.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 15.7% |
| Manufacturing | 13.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.2% |
| Construction | 7.9% |
| Public Administration | 6.5% |
| Retail Trade | 6.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.6% |
| Information | 4.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Winder, Georgia has a population of 18,847 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 60th-largest city in Georgia.
The median household income in Winder, Georgia is $59,944, with 10.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Winder, Georgia is $251,700, with median monthly rent at $1,092 and a homeownership rate of 66.8%.
The median age in Winder, Georgia is 36.6 years. The population is 46.9% male and 53.1% female.
The population has grown 42.8% since 2010 (14,448 → 20,628).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.