Arcade city, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Arcade city, Georgia Demographics
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As of 2026, Arcade city, Georgia has a total population of 1,705, the 319th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $58,750, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.3%.

Arcade city Quick Facts

Population 1,705

Median Household Income $58,750

Median Home Value $228,800

Poverty Rate 11.3%

Unemployment Rate 4.9%

Median Age 40.5 years

Homeownership Rate 80.8%

Affordability Ratio 3.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.1%

High School Graduation Rate 80.3%

Diversity Index 36/100

Population 1,705 319th of 670

Median Income $58,750 average

Poverty Rate 11.3% 9% lower national

Median Home Value $228,800 top 30%

How Arcade city Compares

Median Household Income

Arcade city

$58,750

$74,664

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Arcade city

$228,800

$272,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.9%

$25K-$50K 22.9%

$50K-$100K 36.1%

$100K+ 26.1%

Employment

4.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

61.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 80.8%

Renter 19.2%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.8%

18-34

20.2%

35-54

25.8%

55-74

27.0%

75+

3.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 64 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Arcade city Rankings in Georgia

#319 Population of 670

#279 Median Income of 670

#285 Education of 670

#172 Home Value of 670

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Cities Similar to Arcade city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Berry College CDP	1,712	N/A	N/A	88.9%	0.0%
Union Point city	1,745	$58,487	$84,600	12.2%	13.0%
Ellaville city	1,698	$53,750	$153,200	18.5%	17.7%
Ludowici city	1,822	N/A	$202,700	11.9%	28.7%
Moody AFB CDP	1,570	N/A	N/A	18.8%	52.4%

Population Overview

Arcade city is a small community located in Georgia. The total population is 1,705. It ranks as the 319th most populous out of 670 cities and towns in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Arcade city is 40.5 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 37.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Arcade city is $58,750. This is 21% lower than the state median of $74,664. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 25% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.9%. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $228,800. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $272,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 80.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 65.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Arcade city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 17.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (77.7% vs 49.8%). The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 31.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (17.9% vs 10.7%).

Education

19.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% 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 80.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Arcade 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 Arcade city, Georgia?

Arcade city, Georgia has a population of 1,705 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Arcade city is $58,750, which is 25% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Arcade city, GA?

The poverty rate in Arcade city is 11.3%. This means approximately 191 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Arcade city, Georgia?

Arcade city's population is 77.7% White, 1.4% Black, 17.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Arcade city is $228,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

How educated is Arcade city, Georgia?

19.1% of adults (25+) in Arcade city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.