Hancock County, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 137th-largest in Georgia
The population of Hancock County, Georgia is 8,630 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 137th-largest county in Georgia. The median household income is $33,182, the median home value is $87,400, and the median age is 47.3.
The population of Hancock County has declined 8.0% since 2010 (9,433 → 8,683), a -0.59% annualized rate.
8,630
Population
-0.59%
Annual growth
18
People / sq mi
$33,182
Median Income
$87,400
Median Home Value
Hancock County covers 471 sq mi of land at 18.3 people per square mile.
About Hancock County, GA
Hancock County is defined demographically by education — 8.4% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 8,630 residents, Hancock County is a county in Georgia.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $33,182, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 21.7%, poverty is near the top of the range for US counties, above the national 12.4%. Housing costs are among the lowest of comparable places: a median home value of $87,400, with typical rent around $671.
Four-year-degree attainment is near the bottom of the range for US counties, 8.4%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (3.0%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 35 minutes each way.
Hancock County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Hancock County had a population of 9,433 in 2010 and 8,683 in 2024, a -8.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 9,433 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.57%.
8,683
Population (2024)
9,433
Population (2010)
9,433
Peak (2010)
-0.57%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,433 |
| 2011 | 9,394 |
| 2012 | 9,078 |
| 2013 | 8,952 |
| 2014 | 8,571 |
| 2015 | 8,579 |
| 2016 | 8,644 |
| 2017 | 8,545 |
| 2018 | 8,344 |
| 2019 | 8,475 |
| 2020 | 8,709 |
| 2021 | 8,676 |
| 2022 | 8,453 |
| 2023 | 8,730 |
| 2024 | 8,683 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 26.4% |
| Black or African American | 71.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
47.3
Median Age
47.1%
Female
52.9%
Male
24.6%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 12.5% · Seniors (65+): 24.6%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $33,182$-41,482 vs state |
| Mean household income | $56,721 |
| Per-capita income | $19,305 |
| Poverty rate | 21.7%+11.8% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.9% |
| Employment-to-population | 30.1% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Hancock County is professional & business services, accounting for 22.4% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
0.4%
Carpool
87.4%
Public transit
3.0%
Work from home
34.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
$87,400$-185,500 vs state
Median home value
$671
Median rent
77.5%
Homeownership rate
4,945
Total housing units
57.7%
Occupied
42.3%
Vacant
22.5%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
92.0%
With health insurance
75.4%
With broadband internet
22.7%
Foreign-born
5.8%
Veterans (18+)
23.4%
With a disability
97.9%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
73.9%
High School+
8.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hancock County, Georgia has a population of 8,630 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 137th-largest county in Georgia. Population density is 18 people per square mile.
The population of Hancock County has declined 8.0% since 2010 (9,433 → 8,683), a -0.59% annualized rate.
The median household income in Hancock County, Georgia is $33,182, with mean (average) household income of $56,721 and per-capita income of $19,305. 21.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Hancock County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are Black or African American (71.4%), White (26.4%), Hispanic or Latino (0.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Hancock County, Georgia is 47.3 years. Residents are 47.1% female and 52.9% male.
The median home value in Hancock County is $87,400 and median monthly rent is $671. 77.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 4,945 total housing units, 42.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Hancock County, Georgia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.9%.
Atlanta is among the largest cities associated with Hancock County, Georgia, with a population of 499,287.
Hancock County, GA Climate
Hancock County, GA has an average annual temperature of 17°C (63°F) and receives about 1183 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17°C
Avg Temp
1183
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7° / 44° | 118 mm |
| February | 9° / 47° | 114 mm |
| March | 13° / 55° | 130 mm |
| April | 17° / 62° | 93 mm |
| May | 21° / 70° | 95 mm |
| June | 25° / 76° | 92 mm |
| July | 27° / 80° | 117 mm |
| August | 26° / 79° | 108 mm |
| September | 23° / 74° | 74 mm |
| October | 17° / 63° | 68 mm |
| November | 12° / 54° | 77 mm |
| December | 8° / 47° | 97 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 Hancock County, GA
The most comfortable months to visit Hancock County, GA are typically May, September and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 1°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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