Acworth city, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Acworth city, Georgia Demographics
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As of 2026, Acworth city, Georgia has a total population of 22,370, the 52nd largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $80,703, which is 8% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.3%.

Acworth city Quick Facts

Population 22,370

Median Household Income $80,703

Median Home Value $309,800

Poverty Rate 8.3%

Unemployment Rate 5.0%

Median Age 36.6 years

Homeownership Rate 61.2%

Affordability Ratio 3.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 32.9%

High School Graduation Rate 90.5%

Diversity Index 63/100

Population 22,370 52nd of 670

Median Income $80,703 top 20%

Poverty Rate 8.3% 33% lower national

Median Home Value $309,800 top 20%

How Acworth city Compares

Median Household Income

Acworth city

$80,703

$74,664

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Acworth city

$309,800

$272,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.6%

$25K-$50K 17.5%

$50K-$100K 31.0%

$100K+ 36.9%

Employment

5.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

72.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 61.2%

Renter 38.8%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.4%

18-34

22.6%

35-54

28.3%

55-74

17.4%

75+

6.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 64 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Acworth city Rankings in Georgia

#52 Population of 670

#118 Median Income of 670

#125 Education of 670

#87 Home Value of 670

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Cities Similar to Acworth city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Perry city	22,243	$81,648	$209,300	30.6%	12.0%
Cartersville city	23,617	$78,640	$298,000	28.3%	13.6%
Snellville city	21,203	$88,378	$293,400	39.4%	7.1%
Fayetteville city	19,364	$82,144	$331,700	37.7%	7.1%
Kingsland city	19,101	$80,395	$226,800	21.5%	12.7%

Population Overview

Acworth city is a small city located in Georgia. The total population is 22,370. It ranks as the 52nd most populous out of 670 cities and towns in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Acworth city is 36.6 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 37.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Acworth city is $80,703. This is 8% higher than the state median of $74,664. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 3% higher. The poverty rate stands at 8.3%. This is 39% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.5%. The unemployment rate is 5.0%. This is 2% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $309,800. Housing costs are 14% higher than the state median of $272,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 61.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 65.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Acworth city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 53.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 20.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (16.9% vs 10.7%).

Education

32.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 34.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Acworth city, Georgia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Georgia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 670 Census-designated places in Georgia. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Acworth city, Georgia?

Acworth city, Georgia has a population of 22,370 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Acworth city, GA?

The median household income in Acworth city is $80,703, which is 3% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Acworth city, GA?

The poverty rate in Acworth city is 8.3%. This means approximately 1,846 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Acworth city, Georgia?

Acworth city's population is 53.9% White, 20.3% Black, 16.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in Acworth city, GA?

The median home value in Acworth city is $309,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

How educated is Acworth city, Georgia?

32.9% of adults (25+) in Acworth city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.