Lumpkin County, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 56th-largest in Georgia
The population of Lumpkin County, Georgia is 33,931 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 56th-largest county in Georgia. The median household income is $72,388, the median home value is $277,200, and the median age is 36.9.
The population of Lumpkin County has grown 18.9% since 2010 (30,281 → 36,016), a +1.25% annualized rate.
33,931
Population
+1.25%
Annual growth
120
People / sq mi
$72,388
Median Income
$277,200
Median Home Value
Lumpkin County covers 283 sq mi of land at 119.9 people per square mile.
About Lumpkin County, GA
Lumpkin County skews on age — the median resident is 36.9, younger than the national median. With 33,931 residents, Lumpkin County is a county in Georgia.
The typical household earns $72,388 a year, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 8.9%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $277,200, with typical rent around $1,090.
College attainment is above the local norm at 31.5%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.5%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Lumpkin County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Lumpkin County had a population of 30,281 in 2010 and 36,016 in 2024, a 18.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 36,016 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.26%.
36,016
Population (2024)
30,281
Population (2010)
36,016
Peak (2024)
1.26%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 30,281 |
| 2011 | 30,453 |
| 2012 | 30,684 |
| 2013 | 30,872 |
| 2014 | 31,122 |
| 2015 | 31,292 |
| 2016 | 31,422 |
| 2017 | 32,812 |
| 2018 | 32,934 |
| 2019 | 33,692 |
| 2020 | 33,636 |
| 2021 | 32,844 |
| 2022 | 34,763 |
| 2023 | 35,268 |
| 2024 | 36,016 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 90.6% |
| Black or African American | 1.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Age & Sex
36.9
Median Age
50.6%
Female
49.4%
Male
18.2%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 13.7% · Seniors (65+): 18.2%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $72,388$-2,276 vs state |
| Mean household income | $101,512 |
| Per-capita income | $36,037 |
| Poverty rate | 8.9%-1.0% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 53.0% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Lumpkin County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.2% of workers.
How residents commute
0.3%
Drive alone
4.9%
Carpool
75.9%
Public transit
9.5%
Work from home
28.2 min
Avg commute
Housing
$277,200+$4,300 vs state
Median home value
$1,090
Median rent
78.4%
Homeownership rate
13,325
Total housing units
85.4%
Occupied
14.6%
Vacant
21.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
87.6%
With health insurance
94.8%
With broadband internet
32.0%
Foreign-born
6.7%
Veterans (18+)
12.5%
With a disability
93.1%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
89.1%
High School+
31.5%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lumpkin County, Georgia has a population of 33,931 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 56th-largest county in Georgia. Population density is 120 people per square mile.
The population of Lumpkin County has grown 18.9% since 2010 (30,281 → 36,016), a +1.25% annualized rate.
The median household income in Lumpkin County, Georgia is $72,388, with mean (average) household income of $101,512 and per-capita income of $36,037. 8.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Lumpkin County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (90.6%), Black or African American (1.8%), Hispanic or Latino (1.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Lumpkin County, Georgia is 36.9 years. Residents are 50.6% female and 49.4% male.
The median home value in Lumpkin County is $277,200 and median monthly rent is $1,090. 78.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 13,325 total housing units, 14.6% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Lumpkin County, Georgia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.2% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.1%.
Atlanta is among the largest cities associated with Lumpkin County, Georgia, with a population of 499,287.
Lumpkin County, GA Climate
Lumpkin County, GA has an average annual temperature of 14.6°C (58°F) and receives about 1552 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
14.6°C
Avg Temp
1552
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 39° | 160 mm |
| February | 6° / 43° | 138 mm |
| March | 10° / 50° | 167 mm |
| April | 14° / 58° | 120 mm |
| May | 18° / 65° | 130 mm |
| June | 22° / 72° | 110 mm |
| July | 24° / 76° | 127 mm |
| August | 24° / 75° | 117 mm |
| September | 21° / 69° | 113 mm |
| October | 15° / 59° | 112 mm |
| November | 10° / 50° | 125 mm |
| December | 6° / 42° | 133 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 Lumpkin County, GA
The most comfortable months to visit Lumpkin County, GA are typically September, June 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 -2°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.