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Glynn County, Georgia Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 30th-largest in Georgia

The population of Glynn County, Georgia is 84,987 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 30th-largest county in Georgia. The median household income is $68,546, the median home value is $268,300, and the median age is 43.3.

The population of Glynn County has grown 8.5% since 2010 (79,750 → 86,540), a +0.59% annualized rate.

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

84,987

Population

+0.59%

Annual growth

203

People / sq mi

$68,546

Median Income

$268,300

Median Home Value

Glynn County covers 420 sq mi of land at 202.5 people per square mile.

About Glynn County, GA

What distinguishes Glynn County is density: among the most densely settled of US counties, around 203 people per square mile. Glynn County is a county in Georgia with a population of 84,987. It ranks #30 among counties in Georgia by population.

The typical household here earns about $68,546, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 11.7%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $268,300, with typical rent around $1,060.

College attainment is above the local norm at 30.4%, below the national 35.0%. About 8.6% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.

That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Glynn County: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.

Glynn County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Glynn County had a population of 79,750 in 2010 and 86,540 in 2024, a 8.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 86,540 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.59%.

2024 · 87K20102024
Glynn County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

86,540

Population (2024)

79,750

Population (2010)

86,540

Peak (2024)

0.59%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201079,750
201180,123
201280,889
201381,533
201482,212
201583,368
201684,211
201784,836
201885,099
201985,326
202084,490
202184,773
202285,202
202386,229
202486,540

Race & Ethnicity

White64.6%
Black or African American24.6%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.9%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

43.3

Median Age

53.1%

Female

46.9%

Male

22.3%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
5.2%
5–9
5.3%
10–14
6.8%
15–19
6.2%
20–24
5.3%
25–34
11.5%
35–44
11.8%
45–54
12.0%
55–59
6.6%
60–64
7.2%
65–74
12.9%
75–84
6.9%
85+
2.5%

Children (under 15): 17.3% · Seniors (65+): 22.3%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$68,546$-6,118 vs state
Mean household income$100,024
Per-capita income$41,042
Poverty rate11.7%+1.8% vs state
Unemployment rate2.6%
Employment-to-population53.8%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
22.4%
Finance & real estate
13.8%
Education & health care
12.2%
Manufacturing
8.1%
Public administration
7.0%
Retail trade
5.5%
Construction
5.3%
Arts, entertainment & food
5.0%

The largest employment sector in Glynn County is professional & business services, accounting for 22.4% of workers.

How residents commute

0.2%

Drive alone

1.0%

Carpool

77.3%

Public transit

8.6%

Work from home

19.4 min

Avg commute

Housing

$268,300$-4,600 vs state

Median home value

$1,060

Median rent

67.0%

Homeownership rate

42,928

Total housing units

80.7%

Occupied

19.3%

Vacant

33.0%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

85.9%

With health insurance

93.4%

With broadband internet

36.0%

Foreign-born

8.0%

Veterans (18+)

13.2%

With a disability

91.6%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

89.6%

High School+

30.4%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Glynn County, Georgia has a population of 84,987 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 30th-largest county in Georgia. Population density is 203 people per square mile.

The population of Glynn County has grown 8.5% since 2010 (79,750 → 86,540), a +0.59% annualized rate.

The median household income in Glynn County, Georgia is $68,546, with mean (average) household income of $100,024 and per-capita income of $41,042. 11.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Glynn County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (64.6%), Black or African American (24.6%), Hispanic or Latino (0.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Glynn County, Georgia is 43.3 years. Residents are 53.1% female and 46.9% male.

The median home value in Glynn County is $268,300 and median monthly rent is $1,060. 67.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 42,928 total housing units, 19.3% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Glynn County, Georgia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.6%.

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


Glynn County, GA Climate

Glynn County, GA has an average annual temperature of 19.9°C (68°F) and receives about 1281 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

19.9°C

Avg Temp

1281

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Glynn County, GA — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January11° / 51°99 mm
February12° / 54°94 mm
March16° / 61°103 mm
April19° / 67°69 mm
May23° / 74°79 mm
June26° / 80°139 mm
July28° / 82°137 mm
August27° / 81°171 mm
September26° / 78°162 mm
October21° / 70°87 mm
November17° / 62°64 mm
December13° / 55°77 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 Glynn County, GA

The most comfortable months to visit Glynn County, GA are typically October, April and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 5°C low). August is usually the wettest month.

OctoberAprilMay

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

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