Georgia Population & Demographics
Georgia has a population of 10,822,590, ranking #8 among US states. The median household income is $74,664 and the median age is 37.4.
US states by population — Georgia is #8
10,822,590
Population
#8
By Population
$74,664
Median Income
37.4
Median Age
Age Distribution
Male: 48.8% · Female: 51.2%
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 52.5% |
| Black or African American | 31.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| American Indian & Alaska Native | 0.4% |
| Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander | 0.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.5% |
Economy & Income
$74,664
Median Household Income
$39,525
Per Capita Income
9.9%
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Unemployment Rate
$103,618
Mean Household Income
59.8%
Employment Rate
Education
89.0%
High School Graduate+
34.2%
Bachelor's Degree+
Housing
$272,900
Median Home Value
$1,306
Median Rent
4,483,873
Total Housing Units
65.4%
Owner-Occupied
34.6%
Renter-Occupied
10.6%
Vacant
Commute
1.3%
Drive Alone
1.3%
Carpool
14.2%
Work From Home
28.3 min
Avg Commute
Largest Cities in Georgia
| # | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atlanta city | 499,287 | $81,938 | $420,600 |
| 2 | Columbus city | 204,383 | $56,622 | $182,300 |
| 3 | Augusta-Richmond County consolidated government (balance) | 201,504 | $53,134 | $162,900 |
| 4 | Macon-Bibb County | 156,543 | $50,747 | $165,800 |
| 5 | Savannah city | 147,546 | $56,782 | $225,200 |
| 6 | Athens-Clarke County unified government (balance) | 126,987 | $51,655 | $271,800 |
| 7 | South Fulton city | 109,157 | $81,798 | $270,600 |
| 8 | Sandy Springs city | 107,198 | $101,593 | $583,900 |
| 9 | Roswell city | 92,577 | $124,422 | $520,500 |
| 10 | Johns Creek city | 82,115 | $160,185 | $583,700 |
| 11 | Warner Robins city | 81,438 | $65,715 | $171,600 |
| 12 | Albany city | 67,939 | $45,201 | $118,700 |
| 13 | Alpharetta city | 66,355 | $146,581 | $605,700 |
| 14 | Marietta city | 61,773 | $70,086 | $401,100 |
| 15 | Stonecrest city | 59,917 | $62,939 | $223,100 |
| 16 | Brookhaven city | 57,224 | $117,448 | $660,300 |
| 17 | Smyrna city | 56,285 | $96,780 | $409,000 |
| 18 | Valdosta city | 55,222 | $45,849 | $165,300 |
| 19 | Dunwoody city | 51,563 | $109,116 | $579,400 |
| 20 | Gainesville city | 44,051 | $64,636 | $337,000 |
Counties in Georgia
| # | County | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fulton County | 1,068,507 | $91,490 |
| 2 | Gwinnett County | 966,972 | $84,823 |
| 3 | Cobb County | 769,152 | $98,712 |
| 4 | DeKalb County | 762,105 | $77,683 |
| 5 | Clayton County | 298,771 | $58,507 |
| 6 | Chatham County | 298,143 | $69,575 |
| 7 | Cherokee County | 274,539 | $105,442 |
| 8 | Forsyth County | 260,062 | $138,000 |
| 9 | Henry County | 245,417 | $81,612 |
| 10 | Hall County | 208,395 | $77,430 |
| 11 | Richmond County | 206,040 | $53,197 |
| 12 | Muscogee County | 204,383 | $56,622 |
| 13 | Paulding County | 174,292 | $94,557 |
| 14 | Houston County | 166,902 | $80,743 |
| 15 | Columbia County | 159,638 | $96,122 |
| 16 | Bibb County | 156,543 | $50,747 |
| 17 | Coweta County | 150,071 | $94,142 |
| 18 | Douglas County | 146,141 | $80,764 |
| 19 | Clarke County | 129,267 | $52,267 |
| 20 | Carroll County | 122,187 | $72,327 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Georgia has a population of 10,822,590 according to the Census ACS 2023 5-Year estimates, making it the #8 most populated state.
The median household income in Georgia is $74,664, with a per capita income of $39,525. 9.9% of the population lives below the poverty level.
Georgia is 52.5% White, 31.3% Black, 0.0% Asian, and 1.5% Hispanic/Latino.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates. The ACS surveys approximately 3.5 million households annually. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding.