Berrien County, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 98th-largest in Georgia
The population of Berrien County, Georgia is 18,257 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 98th-largest county in Georgia. The median household income is $50,414, the median home value is $115,200, and the median age is 39.8.
The population of Berrien County has declined 3.6% since 2010 (19,361 → 18,666), a -0.26% annualized rate.
18,257
Population
-0.26%
Annual growth
40
People / sq mi
$50,414
Median Income
$115,200
Median Home Value
Berrien County covers 453 sq mi of land at 40.3 people per square mile.
About Berrien County, GA
Berrien County is defined demographically by education — 12.8% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. Berrien County is a county in Georgia with a population of 18,257.
The typical household earns $50,414, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 17.9%, poverty is near the top of the range for US counties, above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $115,200, with typical rent around $771.
Four-year-degree attainment is near the bottom of the range for US counties, 12.8%, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 5.4% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Berrien County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Berrien County had a population of 19,361 in 2010 and 18,666 in 2024, a -3.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 19,380 in 2011. Average annual growth rate: -0.24%.
18,666
Population (2024)
19,361
Population (2010)
19,380
Peak (2011)
-0.24%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 19,361 |
| 2011 | 19,380 |
| 2012 | 19,160 |
| 2013 | 19,059 |
| 2014 | 18,813 |
| 2015 | 18,989 |
| 2016 | 18,968 |
| 2017 | 19,071 |
| 2018 | 19,207 |
| 2019 | 19,377 |
| 2020 | 18,148 |
| 2021 | 18,120 |
| 2022 | 18,238 |
| 2023 | 18,587 |
| 2024 | 18,666 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 81.3% |
| Black or African American | 10.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Age & Sex
39.8
Median Age
49.7%
Female
50.3%
Male
17.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 19.4% · Seniors (65+): 17.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $50,414$-24,250 vs state |
| Mean household income | $67,230 |
| Per-capita income | $26,263 |
| Poverty rate | 17.9%+8.0% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.3% |
| Employment-to-population | 52.9% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Berrien County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.2% of workers.
How residents commute
0.4%
Drive alone
3.0%
Carpool
82.5%
Public transit
5.4%
Work from home
22.6 min
Avg commute
Housing
$115,200$-157,700 vs state
Median home value
$771
Median rent
69.0%
Homeownership rate
8,065
Total housing units
85.3%
Occupied
14.7%
Vacant
31.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
81.2%
With health insurance
91.1%
With broadband internet
25.9%
Foreign-born
7.2%
Veterans (18+)
18.3%
With a disability
95.0%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
82.8%
High School+
12.8%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Berrien County, Georgia has a population of 18,257 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 98th-largest county in Georgia. Population density is 40 people per square mile.
The population of Berrien County has declined 3.6% since 2010 (19,361 → 18,666), a -0.26% annualized rate.
The median household income in Berrien County, Georgia is $50,414, with mean (average) household income of $67,230 and per-capita income of $26,263. 17.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Berrien County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (81.3%), Black or African American (10.6%), Hispanic or Latino (0.8%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Berrien County, Georgia is 39.8 years. Residents are 49.7% female and 50.3% male.
The median home value in Berrien County is $115,200 and median monthly rent is $771. 69.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 8,065 total housing units, 14.7% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Berrien County, Georgia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.2% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.3%.
Atlanta is among the largest cities associated with Berrien County, Georgia, with a population of 499,287.
Berrien County, GA Climate
Berrien County, GA has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C (66°F) and receives about 1211 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.9°C
Avg Temp
1211
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10° / 49° | 105 mm |
| February | 11° / 52° | 113 mm |
| March | 15° / 59° | 121 mm |
| April | 19° / 65° | 86 mm |
| May | 23° / 73° | 94 mm |
| June | 26° / 78° | 114 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 142 mm |
| August | 27° / 80° | 138 mm |
| September | 25° / 76° | 93 mm |
| October | 19° / 67° | 58 mm |
| November | 15° / 59° | 66 mm |
| December | 11° / 52° | 81 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 Berrien County, GA
The most comfortable months to visit Berrien County, GA are typically October, May and April, 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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