Brooks, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Brooks, Georgia had a total population of 603, the 474th largest town in Georgia, with a median household income of $105,714, which is 37% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 37% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Georgia.
Brooks Quick Facts
How Brooks 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 | 693 | 603 | -13.0% |
| Median household income | $107,143 | $105,714 | -1.3% |
| Median home value | $425,000 | $436,800 | +2.8% |
How Brooks 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+)
Brooks Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Fayette County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peachtree City | 39,576 | $113,987 | 5.7% | $482,500 |
| Fayetteville | 19,719 | $82,188 | 8.1% | $368,200 |
| Tyrone | 7,896 | $135,691 | 2.4% | $470,400 |
| Woolsey | 235 | $121,250 | 6.4% | $546,100 |
Cities Similar to Brooks
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piney Grove | 576 | N/A | N/A | 16.1% | 5.4% |
| Argyle | 573 | N/A | $68,100 | 1.3% | 70.5% |
| Sky Valley | 647 | N/A | $376,600 | 62.1% | 30.3% |
| Good Hope | 582 | $95,563 | $352,000 | 30.6% | 5.3% |
| Hickox | 520 | N/A | $146,300 | 54.2% | 23.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 603, Brooks'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
Brooks is a small community located in Georgia, within Fayette County. The total population is 603. It ranks as the 474th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Brooks is 50.9 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Brooks is $105,714. This is 37% higher than the state median of $77,353. It is also 31% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.6%. This is 43% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $436,800. Housing costs are 44% higher than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 93.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Brooks has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.2% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (94.2% vs 49.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Asian population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.
Education
39.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 13% higher 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 99.5%. Notably, 15.9% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Brooks, 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 Brooks, Georgia?
Brooks, Georgia has a population of 603 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Brooks, GA?
The median household income in Brooks is $105,714, which is 31% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Brooks, GA?
The poverty rate in Brooks is 7.6%. This means approximately 46 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Brooks, Georgia?
Brooks's population is 94.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Brooks, GA?
The median home value in Brooks is $436,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.
How educated is Brooks, Georgia?
39.5% of adults (25+) in Brooks hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.