Box Springs, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Box Springs, Georgia had a total population of 228, the 589th largest community in Georgia. The poverty rate is 35.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (35.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Box Springs Quick Facts
How Box Springs 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 | 189 | 228 | +20.6% |
How Box Springs Compares
Median Household Income
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Box Springs Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Talbot County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talbotton | 665 | $21,635 | 48.3% | N/A |
| Junction City | 353 | N/A | 11.3% | N/A |
| Woodland | 272 | $40,000 | 8.7% | $97,500 |
| Geneva | 101 | $113,438 | 4.0% | $221,900 |
Cities Similar to Box Springs
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pulaski | 230 | N/A | N/A | 42.9% | 2.6% |
| Andersonville | 231 | $29,107 | N/A | 6.9% | 24.0% |
| Denton | 222 | $32,614 | $95,400 | 1.1% | 5.9% |
| Hilltop | 222 | $23,625 | $182,100 | 0.0% | 20.7% |
| Woolsey | 235 | $121,250 | $546,100 | 48.2% | 6.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 228, Box Springs'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
Box Springs is a small community located in Georgia, within Talbot County. The total population is 228. It ranks as the 589th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Box Springs is 60.2 years. This is 60% higher than the state median of 37.6 years. Only 9.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 10.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 35.5%. This is 165% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Box Springs, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 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 Box Springs is White (non-Hispanic), making up 62.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 35.1%.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 73.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Box Springs, 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 Box Springs, Georgia?
Box Springs, Georgia has a population of 228 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Box Springs, GA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Box Springs — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Box Springs, GA?
The poverty rate in Box Springs is 35.5%. This means approximately 81 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Box Springs, Georgia?
Box Springs's population is 62.7% White, 35.1% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Box Springs, GA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Box Springs — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Box Springs, Georgia?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Box Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.