Hart County, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 72nd-largest in Georgia
The population of Hart County, Georgia is 26,484 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 72nd-largest county in Georgia. The median household income is $57,241, the median home value is $206,500, and the median age is 44.7.
The population of Hart County has grown 11.2% since 2010 (25,237 → 28,052), a +0.76% annualized rate.
26,484
Population
+0.76%
Annual growth
114
People / sq mi
$57,241
Median Income
$206,500
Median Home Value
Hart County covers 232 sq mi of land at 113.9 people per square mile.
About Hart County, GA
Hart County skews on age — the median resident is 44.7, older than the national median. Hart County is a county in Georgia with a population of 26,484.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $57,241 — below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 9.0%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $206,500, with typical rent around $814.
Roughly 18.1% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 8.4% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Hart County — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Hart County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Hart County had a population of 25,237 in 2010 and 28,052 in 2024, a 11.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 28,052 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.76%.
28,052
Population (2024)
25,237
Population (2010)
28,052
Peak (2024)
0.76%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 25,237 |
| 2011 | 25,414 |
| 2012 | 25,512 |
| 2013 | 25,458 |
| 2014 | 25,367 |
| 2015 | 25,415 |
| 2016 | 25,459 |
| 2017 | 25,708 |
| 2018 | 26,078 |
| 2019 | 26,255 |
| 2020 | 25,883 |
| 2021 | 26,326 |
| 2022 | 26,877 |
| 2023 | 27,557 |
| 2024 | 28,052 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 74.9% |
| Black or African American | 17.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
44.7
Median Age
50.3%
Female
49.7%
Male
22.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 17.0% · Seniors (65+): 22.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $57,241$-17,423 vs state |
| Mean household income | $76,891 |
| Per-capita income | $31,280 |
| Poverty rate | 9.0%-0.9% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 52.0% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Hart County is manufacturing, accounting for 20.7% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
1.3%
Carpool
79.6%
Public transit
8.4%
Work from home
26.7 min
Avg commute
Housing
$206,500$-66,400 vs state
Median home value
$814
Median rent
75.1%
Homeownership rate
13,019
Total housing units
81.0%
Occupied
19.0%
Vacant
24.9%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
86.7%
With health insurance
93.0%
With broadband internet
34.3%
Foreign-born
8.3%
Veterans (18+)
18.3%
With a disability
95.1%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
85.0%
High School+
18.1%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hart County, Georgia has a population of 26,484 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 72nd-largest county in Georgia. Population density is 114 people per square mile.
The population of Hart County has grown 11.2% since 2010 (25,237 → 28,052), a +0.76% annualized rate.
The median household income in Hart County, Georgia is $57,241, with mean (average) household income of $76,891 and per-capita income of $31,280. 9.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Hart County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (74.9%), Black or African American (17.2%), Hispanic or Latino (2.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Hart County, Georgia is 44.7 years. Residents are 50.3% female and 49.7% male.
The median home value in Hart County is $206,500 and median monthly rent is $814. 75.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 13,019 total housing units, 19.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Hart County, Georgia is manufacturing, employing 20.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.0%.
Atlanta is among the largest cities associated with Hart County, Georgia, with a population of 499,287.
Hart County, GA Climate
Hart County, GA has an average annual temperature of 16°C (61°F) and receives about 1317 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16°C
Avg Temp
1317
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5° / 42° | 134 mm |
| February | 7° / 45° | 117 mm |
| March | 12° / 53° | 142 mm |
| April | 16° / 60° | 100 mm |
| May | 20° / 68° | 108 mm |
| June | 24° / 75° | 99 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 113 mm |
| August | 25° / 78° | 104 mm |
| September | 22° / 72° | 93 mm |
| October | 16° / 61° | 95 mm |
| November | 11° / 52° | 100 mm |
| December | 7° / 45° | 112 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 Hart County, GA
The most comfortable months to visit Hart County, GA are typically September, May and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 0°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.