Calhoun city, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Calhoun city, Georgia Demographics
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As of 2026, Calhoun city, Georgia has a total population of 17,611, the 69th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $51,439, which is 31% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.7%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 31% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.

Calhoun city Quick Facts

Population 17,611

Median Household Income $51,439

Median Home Value $240,700

Poverty Rate 18.7%

Unemployment Rate 2.1%

Median Age 34.9 years

Homeownership Rate 52.5%

Affordability Ratio 4.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 18.3%

High School Graduation Rate 77.8%

Diversity Index 54/100

Population 17,611 69th of 670

Median Income $51,439 average

Poverty Rate 18.7% 50% higher national

Median Home Value $240,700 top 30%

How Calhoun city Compares

Median Household Income

Calhoun city

$51,439

$74,664

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Calhoun city

$240,700

$272,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 23.8%

$25K-$50K 25.9%

$50K-$100K 22.3%

$100K+ 28.0%

Employment

2.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

59.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 52.5%

Renter 47.5%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.6%

18-34

24.6%

35-54

25.3%

55-74

16.9%

75+

7.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 64 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Calhoun city Rankings in Georgia

#69 Population of 670

#345 Median Income of 670

#309 Education of 670

#157 Home Value of 670

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Cities Similar to Calhoun city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Conyers city	17,916	$58,141	$218,000	29.6%	8.9%
Thomasville city	18,720	$48,464	$196,500	26.3%	16.8%
Tifton city	17,140	$44,324	$161,700	21.6%	22.3%
Lithia Springs CDP	16,138	$54,982	$199,500	25.5%	19.3%
Winder city	18,847	$59,944	$251,700	20.8%	13.9%

Population Overview

Calhoun city is a small city located in Georgia. The total population is 17,611. It ranks as the 69th most populous out of 670 cities and towns in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Calhoun city is 34.9 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 37.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Calhoun city is $51,439. This is 31% lower than the state median of $74,664. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 35% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.7%. This is 39% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 58% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $240,700. Housing costs are 12% lower than the state median of $272,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x. 52.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% lower than the state average of 65.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Calhoun city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 61.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 26.6%. The Black or African American population (7.1%) is well below the state average of 31.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (26.6% vs 10.7%). The Asian population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 4.3%.

Education

18.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% lower than the state rate of 34.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 77.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Calhoun city, Georgia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Georgia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 670 Census-designated places in Georgia. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Calhoun city, Georgia?

Calhoun city, Georgia has a population of 17,611 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Calhoun city, GA?

The median household income in Calhoun city is $51,439, which is 35% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Calhoun city, GA?

The poverty rate in Calhoun city is 18.7%. This means approximately 3,253 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Calhoun city, Georgia?

Calhoun city's population is 61.5% White, 7.1% Black, 26.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Calhoun city, GA?

The median home value in Calhoun city is $240,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

How educated is Calhoun city, Georgia?

18.3% of adults (25+) in Calhoun city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.