Barrow County, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 29th-largest in Georgia
The population of Barrow County, Georgia is 86,982 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 29th-largest county in Georgia. The median household income is $77,477, the median home value is $255,200, and the median age is 36.4.
The population of Barrow County has grown 38.2% since 2010 (69,670 → 96,294), a +2.34% annualized rate.
86,982
Population
+2.34%
Annual growth
540
People / sq mi
$77,477
Median Income
$255,200
Median Home Value
Barrow County covers 161 sq mi of land at 540.1 people per square mile.
About Barrow County, GA
Barrow County stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US counties, at roughly 540 people per square mile. With 86,982 residents, Barrow County is a county in Georgia. It ranks #29 among counties in Georgia by population.
Households take in a median $77,477, comfortably near the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 8.6%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $255,200, with typical rent around $1,197.
Roughly 21.0% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Around 7.7% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 34 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Barrow County: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Barrow County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Barrow County had a population of 69,670 in 2010 and 96,294 in 2024, a 38.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 96,294 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.35%.
96,294
Population (2024)
69,670
Population (2010)
96,294
Peak (2024)
2.35%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 69,670 |
| 2011 | 69,835 |
| 2012 | 70,128 |
| 2013 | 71,233 |
| 2014 | 72,843 |
| 2015 | 74,979 |
| 2016 | 77,108 |
| 2017 | 79,086 |
| 2018 | 81,105 |
| 2019 | 83,581 |
| 2020 | 84,006 |
| 2021 | 86,759 |
| 2022 | 89,359 |
| 2023 | 93,011 |
| 2024 | 96,294 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 69.3% |
| Black or African American | 13.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
36.4
Median Age
50.6%
Female
49.4%
Male
12.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.8% · Seniors (65+): 12.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $77,477+$2,813 vs state |
| Mean household income | $90,487 |
| Per-capita income | $31,914 |
| Poverty rate | 8.6%-1.3% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 64.3% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Barrow County is professional & business services, accounting for 19.2% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
0.8%
Carpool
79.5%
Public transit
7.7%
Work from home
33.6 min
Avg commute
Housing
$255,200$-17,700 vs state
Median home value
$1,197
Median rent
79.5%
Homeownership rate
31,298
Total housing units
95.1%
Occupied
4.9%
Vacant
20.5%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
84.6%
With health insurance
96.6%
With broadband internet
32.4%
Foreign-born
6.2%
Veterans (18+)
13.5%
With a disability
83.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
87.6%
High School+
21.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Barrow County, Georgia has a population of 86,982 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 29th-largest county in Georgia. Population density is 540 people per square mile.
The population of Barrow County has grown 38.2% since 2010 (69,670 → 96,294), a +2.34% annualized rate.
The median household income in Barrow County, Georgia is $77,477, with mean (average) household income of $90,487 and per-capita income of $31,914. 8.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Barrow County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (69.3%), Black or African American (13.2%), Hispanic or Latino (2.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Barrow County, Georgia is 36.4 years. Residents are 50.6% female and 49.4% male.
The median home value in Barrow County is $255,200 and median monthly rent is $1,197. 79.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 31,298 total housing units, 4.9% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Barrow County, Georgia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 19.2% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.
Atlanta is among the largest cities associated with Barrow County, Georgia, with a population of 499,287.
Barrow County, GA Climate
Barrow County, GA has an average annual temperature of 16°C (61°F) and receives about 1300 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16°C
Avg Temp
1300
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5° / 42° | 132 mm |
| February | 8° / 46° | 116 mm |
| March | 12° / 53° | 144 mm |
| April | 16° / 60° | 109 mm |
| May | 20° / 68° | 108 mm |
| June | 24° / 75° | 99 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 114 mm |
| August | 25° / 78° | 97 mm |
| September | 22° / 72° | 86 mm |
| October | 16° / 61° | 94 mm |
| November | 11° / 52° | 94 mm |
| December | 7° / 45° | 107 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 Barrow County, GA
The most comfortable months to visit Barrow County, GA are typically September, May and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 0°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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