Candler County, Georgia Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Candler County is located in Georgia with a total population of 10,972. It is the 121st most populous county out of 159 in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Candler County is 41.0 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 37.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Candler County is $50,431. This is 32% lower than the state median of $74,664. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 36% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.5%. This is 30% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $135,600. Housing costs are 50% lower than the state median of $272,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Candler County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 62.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 65.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Candler County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 59.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 22.7%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 4.3%.

Education

13.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% 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 79.1%.