Paulding County, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 13th-largest in Georgia
The population of Paulding County, Georgia is 174,292 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 13th-largest county in Georgia. The median household income is $94,557, the median home value is $289,000, and the median age is 36.7.
The population of Paulding County has grown 32.0% since 2010 (142,826 → 188,549), a +2.00% annualized rate.
174,292
Population
+2.00%
Annual growth
558
People / sq mi
$94,557
Median Income
$289,000
Median Home Value
Paulding County covers 312 sq mi of land at 557.9 people per square mile.
About Paulding County, GA
What sets Paulding County apart is money: median household income runs $94,557, above the US median of $78,538. With 174,292 residents, Paulding County is a county in Georgia. It ranks #13 among counties in Georgia by population.
Earnings sit at the high end: a median household income of $94,557, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 4.7%, is on the lower side for US counties and below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $289,000, with typical rent around $1,622.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US counties — 27.4% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. A solid 14.4% of workers are based at home, close to the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 40 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Paulding County firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US counties — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
Paulding County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Paulding County had a population of 142,826 in 2010 and 188,549 in 2024, a 32.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 188,549 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.01%.
188,549
Population (2024)
142,826
Population (2010)
188,549
Peak (2024)
2.01%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 142,826 |
| 2011 | 143,606 |
| 2012 | 144,750 |
| 2013 | 146,775 |
| 2014 | 148,562 |
| 2015 | 151,691 |
| 2016 | 155,415 |
| 2017 | 159,642 |
| 2018 | 164,482 |
| 2019 | 169,302 |
| 2020 | 169,576 |
| 2021 | 173,998 |
| 2022 | 178,885 |
| 2023 | 183,535 |
| 2024 | 188,549 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 66.1% |
| Black or African American | 22.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
36.7
Median Age
51.0%
Female
49.0%
Male
11.5%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.9% · Seniors (65+): 11.5%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $94,557+$19,893 vs state |
| Mean household income | $107,510 |
| Per-capita income | $36,776 |
| Poverty rate | 4.7%-5.2% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 63.5% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Paulding County is professional & business services, accounting for 20.1% of workers.
How residents commute
0.3%
Drive alone
0.3%
Carpool
75.7%
Public transit
14.4%
Work from home
39.5 min
Avg commute
Housing
$289,000+$16,100 vs state
Median home value
$1,622
Median rent
80.3%
Homeownership rate
61,504
Total housing units
95.3%
Occupied
4.7%
Vacant
19.7%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
89.7%
With health insurance
97.9%
With broadband internet
39.0%
Foreign-born
8.5%
Veterans (18+)
11.5%
With a disability
90.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
91.4%
High School+
27.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Paulding County, Georgia has a population of 174,292 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 13th-largest county in Georgia. Population density is 558 people per square mile.
The population of Paulding County has grown 32.0% since 2010 (142,826 → 188,549), a +2.00% annualized rate.
The median household income in Paulding County, Georgia is $94,557, with mean (average) household income of $107,510 and per-capita income of $36,776. 4.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Paulding County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (66.1%), Black or African American (22.0%), Hispanic or Latino (1.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Paulding County, Georgia is 36.7 years. Residents are 51.0% female and 49.0% male.
The median home value in Paulding County is $289,000 and median monthly rent is $1,622. 80.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 61,504 total housing units, 4.7% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Paulding County, Georgia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 20.1% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.0%.
Atlanta is among the largest cities associated with Paulding County, Georgia, with a population of 499,287.
Paulding County, GA Climate
Paulding County, GA has an average annual temperature of 15.4°C (60°F) and receives about 1372 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.4°C
Avg Temp
1372
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5° / 40° | 132 mm |
| February | 7° / 44° | 124 mm |
| March | 11° / 52° | 154 mm |
| April | 15° / 59° | 129 mm |
| May | 19° / 67° | 116 mm |
| June | 23° / 74° | 105 mm |
| July | 25° / 78° | 124 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 99 mm |
| September | 22° / 71° | 89 mm |
| October | 16° / 60° | 82 mm |
| November | 11° / 51° | 99 mm |
| December | 6° / 44° | 119 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 Paulding County, GA
The most comfortable months to visit Paulding County, GA are typically September, May and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -1°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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