Calhoun County, Georgia Demographics 2026
Calhoun County, Georgia has a population of 5,498, the 149th most populous county in Georgia. The median household income is $46,940 and the median home value is $81,000. The poverty rate is 22.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Calhoun County Quick Facts
How Calhoun 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 | 5,528 | 5,498 | -0.5% |
| Median household income | $55,714 | $46,940 | -15.7% |
| Median home value | $82,200 | $81,000 | -1.5% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Calhoun County
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Population Overview
Calhoun County is located in Georgia with a total population of 5,498. It is the 149th most populous county out of 159 in Georgia. The county encompasses 3 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Calhoun County is 40.2 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Calhoun County is $46,940. This is 39% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 42% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 22.8%. This is 71% 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 unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 17% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $81,000. Housing costs are 73% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Calhoun County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 59.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Calhoun County is Black or African American, making up 58.4% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 32.7%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (58.4% vs 30.7%). The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.
Education
13.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 78.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Calhoun 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 Calhoun County, Georgia?
Calhoun County has a population of 5,498, making it the 149th most populous county in Georgia.
What is the median income in Calhoun County?
The median household income in Calhoun County is $46,940 with a poverty rate of 22.8%.
How many cities are in Calhoun County, Georgia?
Calhoun County contains 3 Census-designated places.