Rockdale County, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 28th-largest in Georgia
The population of Rockdale County, Georgia is 94,293 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 28th-largest county in Georgia. The median household income is $72,349, the median home value is $256,600, and the median age is 39.2.
The population of Rockdale County has grown 14.4% since 2010 (85,359 → 97,610), a +0.96% annualized rate.
94,293
Population
+0.96%
Annual growth
726
People / sq mi
$72,349
Median Income
$256,600
Median Home Value
Rockdale County covers 130 sq mi of land at 726.3 people per square mile.
About Rockdale County, GA
What distinguishes Rockdale County is density: among the most densely settled of US counties, around 726 people per square mile. With 94,293 residents, Rockdale County is a county in Georgia. It ranks #28 among counties in Georgia by population.
Median household income is $72,349, below the US median of $78,538. About 8.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $256,600, with typical rent around $1,341.
About 29.1% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, below the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is on the higher side at 12.1%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 35 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Rockdale County: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Rockdale County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Rockdale County had a population of 85,359 in 2010 and 97,610 in 2024, a 14.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 97,610 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.97%.
97,610
Population (2024)
85,359
Population (2010)
97,610
Peak (2024)
0.97%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 85,359 |
| 2011 | 85,423 |
| 2012 | 85,453 |
| 2013 | 86,522 |
| 2014 | 87,222 |
| 2015 | 88,424 |
| 2016 | 88,995 |
| 2017 | 89,800 |
| 2018 | 90,402 |
| 2019 | 90,639 |
| 2020 | 93,617 |
| 2021 | 93,899 |
| 2022 | 95,016 |
| 2023 | 96,263 |
| 2024 | 97,610 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 28.3% |
| Black or African American | 57.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
39.2
Median Age
52.9%
Female
47.1%
Male
15.5%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 19.1% · Seniors (65+): 15.5%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $72,349$-2,315 vs state |
| Mean household income | $93,791 |
| Per-capita income | $34,548 |
| Poverty rate | 8.1%-1.8% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.7% |
| Employment-to-population | 59.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Rockdale County is professional & business services, accounting for 20.4% of workers.
How residents commute
0.3%
Drive alone
1.0%
Carpool
74.8%
Public transit
12.1%
Work from home
34.7 min
Avg commute
Housing
$256,600$-16,300 vs state
Median home value
$1,341
Median rent
65.8%
Homeownership rate
35,822
Total housing units
94.8%
Occupied
5.2%
Vacant
34.2%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
85.9%
With health insurance
96.5%
With broadband internet
37.4%
Foreign-born
8.8%
Veterans (18+)
12.4%
With a disability
87.9%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
90.0%
High School+
29.1%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rockdale County, Georgia has a population of 94,293 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 28th-largest county in Georgia. Population density is 726 people per square mile.
The population of Rockdale County has grown 14.4% since 2010 (85,359 → 97,610), a +0.96% annualized rate.
The median household income in Rockdale County, Georgia is $72,349, with mean (average) household income of $93,791 and per-capita income of $34,548. 8.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Rockdale County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are Black or African American (57.7%), White (28.3%), 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 Rockdale County, Georgia is 39.2 years. Residents are 52.9% female and 47.1% male.
The median home value in Rockdale County is $256,600 and median monthly rent is $1,341. 65.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 35,822 total housing units, 5.2% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Rockdale County, Georgia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 20.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.7%.
Atlanta is among the largest cities associated with Rockdale County, Georgia, with a population of 499,287.
Rockdale County, GA Climate
Rockdale County, GA has an average annual temperature of 16.4°C (62°F) and receives about 1269 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.4°C
Avg Temp
1269
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6° / 42° | 128 mm |
| February | 8° / 46° | 118 mm |
| March | 12° / 54° | 139 mm |
| April | 16° / 61° | 98 mm |
| May | 20° / 69° | 102 mm |
| June | 24° / 76° | 95 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 121 mm |
| August | 26° / 78° | 99 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 88 mm |
| October | 17° / 62° | 83 mm |
| November | 12° / 53° | 93 mm |
| December | 7° / 45° | 105 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 Rockdale County, GA
The most comfortable months to visit Rockdale County, GA are typically May, September 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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