Liberty County, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 39th-largest in Georgia
The population of Liberty County, Georgia is 66,826 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 39th-largest county in Georgia. The median household income is $59,013, the median home value is $180,200, and the median age is 28.7.
The population of Liberty County has grown 9.3% since 2010 (62,772 → 68,607), a +0.64% annualized rate.
66,826
Population
+0.64%
Annual growth
129
People / sq mi
$59,013
Median Income
$180,200
Median Home Value
Liberty County covers 516 sq mi of land at 129.4 people per square mile.
About Liberty County, GA
Liberty County skews on age — the median resident is 28.7, younger than the national median. Liberty County is a county in Georgia with a population of 66,826. It ranks #39 among counties in Georgia by population.
Median household income is $59,013, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 12.6% of residents fall below the poverty line, close to the national 12.4%. Median home value is $180,200, with typical rent around $1,203.
Roughly 19.9% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Around 6.0% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
Liberty County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Liberty County had a population of 62,772 in 2010 and 68,607 in 2024, a 9.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 68,607 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.67%.
68,607
Population (2024)
62,772
Population (2010)
68,607
Peak (2024)
0.67%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 62,772 |
| 2011 | 65,210 |
| 2012 | 64,482 |
| 2013 | 62,438 |
| 2014 | 64,217 |
| 2015 | 61,762 |
| 2016 | 61,672 |
| 2017 | 61,819 |
| 2018 | 60,887 |
| 2019 | 62,813 |
| 2020 | 65,339 |
| 2021 | 66,771 |
| 2022 | 68,031 |
| 2023 | 68,235 |
| 2024 | 68,607 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 39.7% |
| Black or African American | 42.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
28.7
Median Age
48.4%
Female
51.6%
Male
9.9%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 24.3% · Seniors (65+): 9.9%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $59,013$-15,651 vs state |
| Mean household income | $73,038 |
| Per-capita income | $27,648 |
| Poverty rate | 12.6%+2.7% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 4.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 47.3% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Liberty County is professional & business services, accounting for 21.3% of workers.
How residents commute
0.3%
Drive alone
2.8%
Carpool
80.7%
Public transit
6.0%
Work from home
23.8 min
Avg commute
Housing
$180,200$-92,700 vs state
Median home value
$1,203
Median rent
49.9%
Homeownership rate
27,228
Total housing units
86.0%
Occupied
14.0%
Vacant
50.1%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
89.4%
With health insurance
96.3%
With broadband internet
50.3%
Foreign-born
19.7%
Veterans (18+)
15.9%
With a disability
87.4%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
92.0%
High School+
19.9%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Liberty County, Georgia has a population of 66,826 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 39th-largest county in Georgia. Population density is 129 people per square mile.
The population of Liberty County has grown 9.3% since 2010 (62,772 → 68,607), a +0.64% annualized rate.
The median household income in Liberty County, Georgia is $59,013, with mean (average) household income of $73,038 and per-capita income of $27,648. 12.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Liberty County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are Black or African American (42.9%), White (39.7%), Hispanic or Latino (1.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Liberty County, Georgia is 28.7 years. Residents are 48.4% female and 51.6% male.
The median home value in Liberty County is $180,200 and median monthly rent is $1,203. 49.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 27,228 total housing units, 14.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Liberty County, Georgia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 21.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 4.1%.
Atlanta is among the largest cities associated with Liberty County, Georgia, with a population of 499,287.
Liberty County, GA Climate
Liberty County, GA has an average annual temperature of 19.2°C (67°F) and receives about 1259 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
19.2°C
Avg Temp
1259
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10° / 50° | 99 mm |
| February | 12° / 53° | 89 mm |
| March | 15° / 60° | 103 mm |
| April | 19° / 65° | 73 mm |
| May | 23° / 73° | 98 mm |
| June | 26° / 79° | 129 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 158 mm |
| August | 27° / 80° | 173 mm |
| September | 25° / 77° | 130 mm |
| October | 20° / 68° | 67 mm |
| November | 15° / 60° | 61 mm |
| December | 12° / 53° | 79 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 Liberty County, GA
The most comfortable months to visit Liberty 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 4°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.