Baker County, Georgia Demographics 2026
Baker County, Georgia has a population of 2,790, the 156th most populous county in Georgia. The median household income is $46,012 and the median home value is $119,500. The poverty rate is 26.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Baker County Quick Facts
How Baker County Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,830 | 2,790 | -1.4% |
| Median household income | $44,405 | $46,012 | +3.6% |
| Median home value | $120,100 | $119,500 | -0.5% |
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Baker County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newton | 479 | $28,594 | 42.4% | $87,700 |
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Population Overview
Baker County is located in Georgia with a total population of 2,790. It is the 156th most populous county out of 159 in Georgia. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.
Age Demographics
The median age in Baker County is 50.3 years. This is 34% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Baker County is $46,012. This is 41% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 43% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 26.3%. This is 96% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 6.7%. This is 31% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $119,500. Housing costs are 61% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Baker County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Baker County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 50.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 36.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.2%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.
Education
16.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% lower than the state rate of 34.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Baker County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Georgia and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Baker County, Georgia?
Baker County has a population of 2,790, making it the 156th most populous county in Georgia.
What is the median income in Baker County?
The median household income in Baker County is $46,012 with a poverty rate of 26.3%.
How many cities are in Baker County, Georgia?
Baker County contains 1 Census-designated place.