Canton city, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Canton city, Georgia Demographics
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As of 2026, Canton city, Georgia has a total population of 34,587, the 34th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $81,642, which is 9% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.4%.

Canton city Quick Facts

Population 34,587

Median Household Income $81,642

Median Home Value $369,700

Poverty Rate 11.4%

Unemployment Rate 4.3%

Median Age 34.0 years

Homeownership Rate 54.5%

Affordability Ratio 4.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 31.4%

High School Graduation Rate 83.9%

Diversity Index 59/100

Population 34,587 34th of 670

Median Income $81,642 top 20%

Poverty Rate 11.4% 9% lower national

Median Home Value $369,700 top 10%

How Canton city Compares

Median Household Income

Canton city

$81,642

$74,664

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Canton city

$369,700

$272,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.6%

$25K-$50K 14.3%

$50K-$100K 33.5%

$100K+ 39.6%

Employment

4.3% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

68.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 54.5%

Renter 45.5%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.5%

18-34

25.3%

35-54

23.8%

55-74

17.6%

75+

6.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 64 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Canton city Rankings in Georgia

#34 Population of 670

#112 Median Income of 670

#134 Education of 670

#49 Home Value of 670

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Cities Similar to Canton city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Kennesaw city	33,627	$79,759	$291,300	47.1%	11.9%
Martinez CDP	33,019	$85,617	$231,400	37.7%	8.6%
Tucker city	37,022	$81,141	$359,300	44.0%	11.8%
Douglasville city	36,284	$76,591	$313,500	36.7%	11.2%
Stockbridge city	35,475	$70,579	$248,000	30.9%	9.6%

Population Overview

Canton city is a mid-sized community located in Georgia. The total population is 34,587. It ranks as the 34th most populous out of 670 cities and towns in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Canton city is 34.0 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 37.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Canton city is $81,642. This is 9% higher than the state median of $74,664. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 4% higher. The poverty rate stands at 11.4%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 16% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $369,700. Housing costs are 35% higher than the state median of $272,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x. 54.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% lower than the state average of 65.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Canton city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 57.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 24.1%. The Black or African American population (14.5%) is well below the state average of 31.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (24.1% vs 10.7%). The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 4.3%.

Education

31.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% 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 83.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Canton 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 Canton city, Georgia?

Canton city, Georgia has a population of 34,587 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Canton city is $81,642, which is 4% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Canton city, GA?

The poverty rate in Canton city is 11.4%. This means approximately 3,879 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Canton city, Georgia?

Canton city's population is 57.8% White, 14.5% Black, 24.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

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

The median home value in Canton city is $369,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x.

How educated is Canton city, Georgia?

31.4% of adults (25+) in Canton city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.