Telfair County, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 115th-largest in Georgia
The population of Telfair County, Georgia is 12,174 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 115th-largest county in Georgia. The median household income is $44,948, the median home value is $108,200, and the median age is 39.4.
The population of Telfair County has declined 33.4% since 2010 (16,519 → 11,000), a -2.86% annualized rate.
12,174
Population
-2.86%
Annual growth
28
People / sq mi
$44,948
Median Income
$108,200
Median Home Value
Telfair County covers 437 sq mi of land at 27.8 people per square mile.
About Telfair County, GA
Telfair County is defined demographically by education — 10.1% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 12,174 residents, Telfair County is a county in Georgia.
Household earnings sit near the bottom of the range at $44,948, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 19.0%, poverty is near the top of the range for US counties, above the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $108,200, with typical rent around $614.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 10.1%, below the national 35.0%. Just 5.1% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
Telfair County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Telfair County had a population of 16,519 in 2010 and 11,000 in 2024, a -33.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 16,624 in 2013. Average annual growth rate: -2.66%.
11,000
Population (2024)
16,519
Population (2010)
16,624
Peak (2013)
-2.66%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16,519 |
| 2011 | 16,242 |
| 2012 | 16,364 |
| 2013 | 16,624 |
| 2014 | 16,448 |
| 2015 | 16,448 |
| 2016 | 15,960 |
| 2017 | 15,912 |
| 2018 | 15,888 |
| 2019 | 15,813 |
| 2020 | 12,453 |
| 2021 | 12,319 |
| 2022 | 12,416 |
| 2023 | 10,969 |
| 2024 | 11,000 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 51.8% |
| Black or African American | 36.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
39.4
Median Age
42.5%
Female
57.5%
Male
17.9%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.2% · Seniors (65+): 17.9%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $44,948$-29,716 vs state |
| Mean household income | $60,824 |
| Per-capita income | $17,226 |
| Poverty rate | 19.0%+9.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.8% |
| Employment-to-population | 33.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Telfair County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.2% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
0.0%
Carpool
89.1%
Public transit
5.1%
Work from home
26.3 min
Avg commute
Housing
$108,200$-164,700 vs state
Median home value
$614
Median rent
71.1%
Homeownership rate
4,756
Total housing units
65.7%
Occupied
34.3%
Vacant
28.9%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
87.3%
With health insurance
80.2%
With broadband internet
15.6%
Foreign-born
6.5%
Veterans (18+)
23.9%
With a disability
93.2%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
78.5%
High School+
10.1%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Telfair County, Georgia has a population of 12,174 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 115th-largest county in Georgia. Population density is 28 people per square mile.
The population of Telfair County has declined 33.4% since 2010 (16,519 → 11,000), a -2.86% annualized rate.
The median household income in Telfair County, Georgia is $44,948, with mean (average) household income of $60,824 and per-capita income of $17,226. 19.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Telfair County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (51.8%), Black or African American (36.8%), Hispanic or Latino (0.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Telfair County, Georgia is 39.4 years. Residents are 42.5% female and 57.5% male.
The median home value in Telfair County is $108,200 and median monthly rent is $614. 71.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 4,756 total housing units, 34.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Telfair County, Georgia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.2% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.8%.
Atlanta is among the largest cities associated with Telfair County, Georgia, with a population of 499,287.
Telfair County, GA Climate
Telfair County, GA has an average annual temperature of 18.7°C (66°F) and receives about 1179 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.7°C
Avg Temp
1179
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 9° / 48° | 114 mm |
| February | 11° / 52° | 110 mm |
| March | 15° / 59° | 117 mm |
| April | 18° / 65° | 82 mm |
| May | 23° / 73° | 88 mm |
| June | 26° / 78° | 109 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 133 mm |
| August | 27° / 80° | 128 mm |
| September | 25° / 76° | 79 mm |
| October | 19° / 66° | 57 mm |
| November | 14° / 58° | 69 mm |
| December | 11° / 51° | 93 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 Telfair County, GA
The most comfortable months to visit Telfair County, GA are typically October, May and April, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near 3°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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