Douglas County, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 18th-largest in Georgia
The population of Douglas County, Georgia is 146,141 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 18th-largest county in Georgia. The median household income is $80,764, the median home value is $262,200, and the median age is 36.8.
The population of Douglas County has grown 14.6% since 2010 (132,575 → 151,887), a +0.98% annualized rate.
146,141
Population
+0.98%
Annual growth
730
People / sq mi
$80,764
Median Income
$262,200
Median Home Value
Douglas County covers 200 sq mi of land at 730.2 people per square mile.
About Douglas County, GA
What distinguishes Douglas County is density: among the most densely settled of US counties, around 730 people per square mile. With 146,141 residents, Douglas County is a county in Georgia. It ranks #18 among counties in Georgia by population.
Households take in a median $80,764, comfortably near the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 9.0%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $262,200, with typical rent around $1,447.
About 30.8% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, below the 35.0% national figure. A solid 12.7% of workers are based at home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 33 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Douglas County: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Douglas County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Douglas County had a population of 132,575 in 2010 and 151,887 in 2024, a 14.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 151,887 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.98%.
151,887
Population (2024)
132,575
Population (2010)
151,887
Peak (2024)
0.98%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 132,575 |
| 2011 | 133,128 |
| 2012 | 133,597 |
| 2013 | 136,081 |
| 2014 | 138,082 |
| 2015 | 140,264 |
| 2016 | 141,824 |
| 2017 | 143,563 |
| 2018 | 145,260 |
| 2019 | 146,680 |
| 2020 | 144,678 |
| 2021 | 145,786 |
| 2022 | 147,690 |
| 2023 | 149,401 |
| 2024 | 151,887 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 36.4% |
| Black or African American | 49.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
36.8
Median Age
52.3%
Female
47.7%
Male
12.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.6% · Seniors (65+): 12.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $80,764+$6,100 vs state |
| Mean household income | $98,426 |
| Per-capita income | $35,070 |
| Poverty rate | 9.0%-0.9% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 4.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 62.5% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Douglas County is professional & business services, accounting for 22.3% of workers.
How residents commute
0.8%
Drive alone
0.4%
Carpool
76.7%
Public transit
12.7%
Work from home
33.2 min
Avg commute
Housing
$262,200$-10,700 vs state
Median home value
$1,447
Median rent
66.4%
Homeownership rate
55,208
Total housing units
93.0%
Occupied
7.0%
Vacant
33.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
88.0%
With health insurance
95.9%
With broadband internet
37.2%
Foreign-born
9.1%
Veterans (18+)
11.4%
With a disability
84.8%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
91.4%
High School+
30.8%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Douglas County, Georgia has a population of 146,141 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 18th-largest county in Georgia. Population density is 730 people per square mile.
The population of Douglas County has grown 14.6% since 2010 (132,575 → 151,887), a +0.98% annualized rate.
The median household income in Douglas County, Georgia is $80,764, with mean (average) household income of $98,426 and per-capita income of $35,070. 9.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Douglas County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are Black or African American (49.2%), White (36.4%), Hispanic or Latino (1.4%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Douglas County, Georgia is 36.8 years. Residents are 52.3% female and 47.7% male.
The median home value in Douglas County is $262,200 and median monthly rent is $1,447. 66.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 55,208 total housing units, 7.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Douglas County, Georgia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 4.1%.
Atlanta is among the largest cities associated with Douglas County, Georgia, with a population of 499,287.
Douglas County, GA Climate
Douglas County, GA has an average annual temperature of 15.7°C (60°F) and receives about 1363 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.7°C
Avg Temp
1363
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5° / 41° | 134 mm |
| February | 7° / 45° | 128 mm |
| March | 12° / 53° | 153 mm |
| April | 16° / 60° | 120 mm |
| May | 20° / 67° | 119 mm |
| June | 24° / 74° | 103 mm |
| July | 26° / 78° | 123 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 95 mm |
| September | 22° / 72° | 89 mm |
| October | 16° / 61° | 81 mm |
| November | 11° / 52° | 100 mm |
| December | 7° / 44° | 118 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 Douglas County, GA
The most comfortable months to visit Douglas County, GA are typically September, May and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near 0°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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