Bowersville, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bowersville, Georgia had a total population of 522, the 493rd largest town in Georgia, with a median household income of $60,625, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.9%.
Bowersville Quick Facts
How Bowersville 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 | 549 | 522 | -4.9% |
| Median household income | $57,750 | $60,625 | +5.0% |
| Median home value | $102,700 | $87,500 | -14.8% |
How Bowersville 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bowersville Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Hart County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartwell | 4,562 | $49,280 | 12.7% | $165,700 |
| Reed Creek | 3,151 | $76,973 | 9.4% | $342,900 |
| Lavonia | 2,279 | $36,859 | 26.8% | $198,100 |
| Canon | 879 | $42,308 | 34.6% | $118,300 |
| Eagle Grove | 35 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Bowersville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hickox | 520 | N/A | $146,300 | 54.2% | 23.6% |
| Whitesburg | 525 | $55,938 | $168,800 | 19.9% | 19.6% |
| Collins | 533 | $64,085 | N/A | 43.3% | 13.3% |
| Uvalda | 540 | $63,083 | $104,800 | 21.2% | 29.1% |
| Ila | 526 | $54,375 | $205,300 | 7.8% | 23.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 522, Bowersville'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
Bowersville is a small community located in Georgia, within Hart County. The total population is 522. It ranks as the 493rd most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bowersville is 42.4 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bowersville is $60,625. This is 22% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.6%. This is 16% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 0.9%. This is 82% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $87,500. Housing costs are 71% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Bowersville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Bowersville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 60.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 23.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (23.6% vs 11.0%).
Education
8.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 77% 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 62.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bowersville, 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 Bowersville, Georgia?
Bowersville, Georgia has a population of 522 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bowersville, GA?
The median household income in Bowersville is $60,625, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bowersville, GA?
The poverty rate in Bowersville is 15.6%. This means approximately 81 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bowersville, Georgia?
Bowersville's population is 60.9% White, 15.5% Black, 23.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bowersville, GA?
The median home value in Bowersville is $87,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Bowersville, Georgia?
8.0% of adults (25+) in Bowersville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.