Bryan County, Georgia Demographics 2026
Bryan County, Georgia has a population of 48,263, the 43rd most populous county in Georgia. The median household income is $103,408 and the median home value is $343,200. The poverty rate is 6.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Bryan County Quick Facts
How Bryan 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 | 46,681 | 48,263 | +3.4% |
| Median household income | $94,234 | $103,408 | +9.7% |
| Median home value | $317,100 | $343,200 | +8.2% |
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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Bryan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond Hill | 18,181 | $92,824 | 8.8% | $313,400 |
| Buckhead | 4,702 | $144,864 | 0.6% | $466,100 |
| Pembroke | 2,693 | $72,705 | 14.5% | $200,800 |
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Population Overview
Bryan County is located in Georgia with a total population of 48,263. It is the 43rd most populous county out of 159 in Georgia. The county encompasses 3 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bryan County is 35.0 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 37.6 years. With 29.1% of the population under 18, Bryan County has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bryan County is $103,408. This is 34% higher than the state median of $77,353. It is also 28% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.7%. This is 50% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 5.3%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $343,200. Housing costs are 13% higher than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 77.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Bryan County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 69.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 13.2%. The Black or African American population (13.2%) is well below the state average of 30.7%.
Education
36.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Bryan County in the top 10% of all counties in the state for educational attainment. This is 3% 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 92.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Bryan 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 Bryan County, Georgia?
Bryan County has a population of 48,263, making it the 43rd most populous county in Georgia.
What is the median income in Bryan County?
The median household income in Bryan County is $103,408 with a poverty rate of 6.7%.
How many cities are in Bryan County, Georgia?
Bryan County contains 3 Census-designated places.