Fannin County, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 75th-largest in Georgia
The population of Fannin County, Georgia is 25,605 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 75th-largest county in Georgia. The median household income is $58,073, the median home value is $274,600, and the median age is 54.0.
The population of Fannin County has grown 9.2% since 2010 (23,684 → 25,854), a +0.63% annualized rate.
25,605
Population
+0.63%
Annual growth
66
People / sq mi
$58,073
Median Income
$274,600
Median Home Value
Fannin County covers 387 sq mi of land at 66.1 people per square mile.
About Fannin County, GA
Fannin County skews on age — the median resident is 54.0, older than the national median. Fannin County is a county in Georgia with a population of 25,605.
The typical household here earns about $58,073, below the US median of $78,538. About 8.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $274,600, with typical rent around $876.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US counties: 22.6% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. About 11.7% of workers primarily work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Fannin County — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Fannin County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Fannin County had a population of 23,684 in 2010 and 25,854 in 2024, a 9.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 26,068 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.64%.
25,854
Population (2024)
23,684
Population (2010)
26,068
Peak (2019)
0.64%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 23,684 |
| 2011 | 23,647 |
| 2012 | 23,617 |
| 2013 | 23,835 |
| 2014 | 23,869 |
| 2015 | 24,455 |
| 2016 | 25,051 |
| 2017 | 25,348 |
| 2018 | 25,995 |
| 2019 | 26,068 |
| 2020 | 25,437 |
| 2021 | 25,800 |
| 2022 | 25,702 |
| 2023 | 25,916 |
| 2024 | 25,854 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 93.3% |
| Black or African American | 0.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
54.0
Median Age
50.9%
Female
49.1%
Male
30.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 12.6% · Seniors (65+): 30.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $58,073$-16,591 vs state |
| Mean household income | $85,986 |
| Per-capita income | $38,719 |
| Poverty rate | 8.4%-1.5% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 47.7% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Fannin County is professional & business services, accounting for 15.3% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
1.9%
Carpool
71.3%
Public transit
11.7%
Work from home
23.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
$274,600+$1,700 vs state
Median home value
$876
Median rent
78.2%
Homeownership rate
18,128
Total housing units
62.7%
Occupied
37.3%
Vacant
21.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
84.8%
With health insurance
91.9%
With broadband internet
49.3%
Foreign-born
10.4%
Veterans (18+)
20.7%
With a disability
96.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
88.3%
High School+
22.6%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fannin County, Georgia has a population of 25,605 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 75th-largest county in Georgia. Population density is 66 people per square mile.
The population of Fannin County has grown 9.2% since 2010 (23,684 → 25,854), a +0.63% annualized rate.
The median household income in Fannin County, Georgia is $58,073, with mean (average) household income of $85,986 and per-capita income of $38,719. 8.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Fannin County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (93.3%), Hispanic or Latino (1.4%), Black or African American (0.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Fannin County, Georgia is 54.0 years. Residents are 50.9% female and 49.1% male.
The median home value in Fannin County is $274,600 and median monthly rent is $876. 78.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 18,128 total housing units, 37.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Fannin County, Georgia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 15.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.1%.
Atlanta is among the largest cities associated with Fannin County, Georgia, with a population of 499,287.
Fannin County, GA Climate
Fannin County, GA has an average annual temperature of 13.6°C (56°F) and receives about 1536 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
13.6°C
Avg Temp
1536
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 3° / 37° | 149 mm |
| February | 5° / 41° | 138 mm |
| March | 9° / 48° | 165 mm |
| April | 13° / 56° | 126 mm |
| May | 18° / 64° | 128 mm |
| June | 21° / 71° | 114 mm |
| July | 24° / 74° | 137 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 118 mm |
| September | 20° / 68° | 110 mm |
| October | 14° / 57° | 95 mm |
| November | 9° / 48° | 124 mm |
| December | 5° / 40° | 132 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 Fannin County, GA
The most comfortable months to visit Fannin County, GA are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -3°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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