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Bibb County, Georgia Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 16th-largest in Georgia

The population of Bibb County, Georgia is 156,543 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 16th-largest county in Georgia. The median household income is $50,747, the median home value is $165,800, and the median age is 36.6.

The population of Bibb County has grown 0.8% since 2010 (155,878 → 157,056), a +0.05% annualized rate.

Bibb County within Georgia · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

156,543

Population

+0.05%

Annual growth

628

People / sq mi

$50,747

Median Income

$165,800

Median Home Value

Bibb County covers 249 sq mi of land at 627.7 people per square mile.

About Bibb County, GA

Homeownership is the standout figure in Bibb County: 51.5% of homes are owner-occupied, lower than the national rate. Bibb County is a county in Georgia with a population of 156,543. It ranks #16 among counties in Georgia by population.

Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $50,747, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 18.9%, poverty is near the top of the range for US counties, above the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $165,800, with typical rent around $1,026.

26.0% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 8.7% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.

Bibb County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Bibb County had a population of 155,878 in 2010 and 157,056 in 2024, a 0.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 157,056 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.06%.

2024 · 157K20102024
Bibb County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

157,056

Population (2024)

155,878

Population (2010)

157,056

Peak (2024)

0.06%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
2010155,878
2011156,297
2012156,701
2013155,138
2014154,447
2015154,068
2016153,212
2017152,920
2018153,069
2019153,191
2020157,038
2021156,005
2022156,115
2023156,676
2024157,056

Race & Ethnicity

White36.0%
Black or African American54.5%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.2%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

36.6

Median Age

52.9%

Female

47.1%

Male

16.3%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
6.5%
5–9
6.4%
10–14
7.7%
15–19
6.7%
20–24
6.8%
25–34
14.1%
35–44
11.9%
45–54
11.4%
55–59
6.4%
60–64
6.0%
65–74
9.8%
75–84
4.5%
85+
2.0%

Children (under 15): 20.6% · Seniors (65+): 16.3%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$50,747$-23,917 vs state
Mean household income$77,463
Per-capita income$31,306
Poverty rate18.9%+9.0% vs state
Unemployment rate4.3%
Employment-to-population52.7%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
26.3%
Finance & real estate
10.1%
Education & health care
9.0%
Manufacturing
8.5%
Information
7.8%
Retail trade
6.0%
Public administration
5.9%
Construction
5.5%

The largest employment sector in Bibb County is professional & business services, accounting for 26.3% of workers.

How residents commute

0.8%

Drive alone

2.0%

Carpool

77.8%

Public transit

8.7%

Work from home

22.2 min

Avg commute

Housing

$165,800$-107,100 vs state

Median home value

$1,026

Median rent

51.5%

Homeownership rate

71,869

Total housing units

83.0%

Occupied

17.0%

Vacant

48.5%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

86.4%

With health insurance

91.6%

With broadband internet

21.9%

Foreign-born

7.3%

Veterans (18+)

15.8%

With a disability

94.1%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

87.4%

High School+

26.0%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Bibb County, Georgia has a population of 156,543 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 16th-largest county in Georgia. Population density is 628 people per square mile.

The population of Bibb County has grown 0.8% since 2010 (155,878 → 157,056), a +0.05% annualized rate.

The median household income in Bibb County, Georgia is $50,747, with mean (average) household income of $77,463 and per-capita income of $31,306. 18.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Bibb County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are Black or African American (54.5%), White (36.0%), Hispanic or Latino (1.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Bibb County, Georgia is 36.6 years. Residents are 52.9% female and 47.1% male.

The median home value in Bibb County is $165,800 and median monthly rent is $1,026. 51.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 71,869 total housing units, 17.0% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Bibb County, Georgia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 26.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 4.3%.

Atlanta is among the largest cities associated with Bibb County, Georgia, with a population of 499,287.


Bibb County, GA Climate

Bibb County, GA has an average annual temperature of 18°C (64°F) and receives about 1180 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

18°C

Avg Temp

1180

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Bibb County, GA — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January8° / 46°123 mm
February10° / 49°119 mm
March14° / 57°129 mm
April18° / 64°87 mm
May22° / 71°86 mm
June26° / 78°93 mm
July27° / 81°114 mm
August27° / 80°99 mm
September24° / 75°79 mm
October18° / 65°65 mm
November13° / 56°79 mm
December9° / 49°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 Bibb County, GA

The most comfortable months to visit Bibb County, GA are typically May, October and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near 2°C low). March is usually the wettest month.

MayOctoberSeptember

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.