Brantley County, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 99th-largest in Georgia
The population of Brantley County, Georgia is 18,171 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 99th-largest county in Georgia. The median household income is $47,801, the median home value is $91,800, and the median age is 40.9.
The population of Brantley County has grown 1.8% since 2010 (18,462 → 18,795), a +0.13% annualized rate.
18,171
Population
+0.13%
Annual growth
41
People / sq mi
$47,801
Median Income
$91,800
Median Home Value
Brantley County covers 443 sq mi of land at 41.0 people per square mile.
About Brantley County, GA
Brantley County is defined demographically by education — 10.9% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 18,171 residents, Brantley County is a county in Georgia.
The typical household earns $47,801, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 11.1%, below the national 12.4%. Home prices sit near the bottom of the range at $91,800, with typical rent around $714.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 10.9%, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 4.7% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
Brantley County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Brantley County had a population of 18,462 in 2010 and 18,795 in 2024, a 1.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 19,124 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.14%.
18,795
Population (2024)
18,462
Population (2010)
19,124
Peak (2019)
0.14%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 18,462 |
| 2011 | 18,549 |
| 2012 | 18,522 |
| 2013 | 18,253 |
| 2014 | 18,368 |
| 2015 | 18,443 |
| 2016 | 18,425 |
| 2017 | 18,848 |
| 2018 | 19,021 |
| 2019 | 19,124 |
| 2020 | 18,046 |
| 2021 | 18,123 |
| 2022 | 18,196 |
| 2023 | 18,417 |
| 2024 | 18,795 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 92.4% |
| Black or African American | 2.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
40.9
Median Age
50.7%
Female
49.3%
Male
17.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.1% · Seniors (65+): 17.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $47,801$-26,863 vs state |
| Mean household income | $62,571 |
| Per-capita income | $25,293 |
| Poverty rate | 11.1%+1.2% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.4% |
| Employment-to-population | 49.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Brantley County is professional & business services, accounting for 19.5% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
0.1%
Carpool
86.8%
Public transit
4.7%
Work from home
30.3 min
Avg commute
Housing
$91,800$-181,100 vs state
Median home value
$714
Median rent
77.3%
Homeownership rate
8,237
Total housing units
82.9%
Occupied
17.1%
Vacant
22.7%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
83.3%
With health insurance
91.4%
With broadband internet
30.3%
Foreign-born
7.0%
Veterans (18+)
16.3%
With a disability
97.9%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
81.2%
High School+
10.9%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brantley County, Georgia has a population of 18,171 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 99th-largest county in Georgia. Population density is 41 people per square mile.
The population of Brantley County has grown 1.8% since 2010 (18,462 → 18,795), a +0.13% annualized rate.
The median household income in Brantley County, Georgia is $47,801, with mean (average) household income of $62,571 and per-capita income of $25,293. 11.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Brantley County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (92.4%), Black or African American (2.9%), Hispanic or Latino (2.3%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Brantley County, Georgia is 40.9 years. Residents are 50.7% female and 49.3% male.
The median home value in Brantley County is $91,800 and median monthly rent is $714. 77.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 8,237 total housing units, 17.1% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Brantley County, Georgia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 19.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.4%.
Atlanta is among the largest cities associated with Brantley County, Georgia, with a population of 499,287.
Brantley County, GA Climate
Brantley County, GA has an average annual temperature of 19.4°C (67°F) and receives about 1314 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
19.4°C
Avg Temp
1314
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11° / 51° | 97 mm |
| February | 12° / 53° | 102 mm |
| March | 16° / 60° | 109 mm |
| April | 19° / 66° | 74 mm |
| May | 23° / 73° | 100 mm |
| June | 26° / 79° | 150 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 172 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 187 mm |
| September | 25° / 77° | 109 mm |
| October | 20° / 69° | 64 mm |
| November | 16° / 60° | 66 mm |
| December | 12° / 54° | 84 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 Brantley County, GA
The most comfortable months to visit Brantley County, GA are typically October, April and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near 4°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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