Bethlehem, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bethlehem, Georgia had a total population of 707, the 446th largest town in Georgia, with a median household income of $61,875, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Bethlehem Quick Facts
How Bethlehem 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 | 660 | 707 | +7.1% |
| Median household income | $70,000 | $61,875 | -11.6% |
| Median home value | $236,800 | $263,500 | +11.3% |
How Bethlehem Compares
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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bethlehem Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Barrow County
Cities Similar to Bethlehem
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Funston | 732 | $60,938 | $101,300 | 8.7% | 6.7% |
| Dudley | 718 | $66,000 | $190,600 | 32.2% | 7.0% |
| Poulan | 681 | $58,333 | $80,900 | 11.0% | 20.9% |
| Jekyll Island | 769 | N/A | $590,000 | 80.4% | 0.0% |
| Sky Valley | 647 | N/A | $376,600 | 62.1% | 30.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 707, Bethlehem's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Bethlehem is a small community located in Georgia, within Barrow County. The total population is 707. It ranks as the 446th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bethlehem is 32.4 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bethlehem is $61,875. This is 20% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.0%. This is 33% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 17% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $263,500. Housing costs are 13% lower than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 75.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Bethlehem is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 19.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (76.7% vs 49.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (19.2% vs 11.0%). The Asian population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.
Education
16.6% 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 86.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bethlehem, Georgia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Georgia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 669 Census-designated places in Georgia. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bethlehem, Georgia?
Bethlehem, Georgia has a population of 707 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bethlehem, GA?
The median household income in Bethlehem is $61,875, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bethlehem, GA?
The poverty rate in Bethlehem is 9.0%. This means approximately 62 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bethlehem, Georgia?
Bethlehem's population is 76.7% White, 0.0% Black, 19.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bethlehem, GA?
The median home value in Bethlehem is $263,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.
How educated is Bethlehem, Georgia?
16.6% of adults (25+) in Bethlehem hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.