Cartersville, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cartersville, Georgia had a total population of 24,074, the 50th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $84,437, which is 9% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Cartersville Quick Facts
How Cartersville 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 | 23,617 | 24,074 | +1.9% |
| Median household income | $78,640 | $84,437 | +7.4% |
| Median home value | $298,000 | $338,200 | +13.5% |
How Cartersville Compares
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+)
Cartersville Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Bartow County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adairsville | 4,999 | $103,449 | 6.1% | $252,300 |
| Euharlee | 4,230 | $99,597 | 2.9% | $247,400 |
| Emerson | 1,573 | $75,250 | 12.5% | $226,600 |
| Kingston | 993 | $52,682 | 17.2% | $217,000 |
| White | 953 | $79,286 | 7.9% | $173,200 |
| Taylorsville | 335 | $41,042 | 22.7% | $203,100 |
Cities Similar to Cartersville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acworth | 22,473 | $83,539 | $339,900 | 33.9% | 7.7% |
| Perry | 23,001 | $76,909 | $225,300 | 28.8% | 13.9% |
| Snellville | 21,620 | $89,896 | $335,000 | 36.2% | 8.9% |
| Suwanee | 22,349 | $103,260 | $480,600 | 62.5% | 10.1% |
| Sugar Hill | 26,128 | $107,389 | $413,400 | 48.4% | 7.3% |
Population Overview
Cartersville is a small city located in Georgia, within Bartow County. The total population is 24,074. It ranks as the 50th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cartersville is 37.0 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Cartersville is $84,437. This is 9% higher than the state median of $77,353. It is also 5% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.4%. This is 7% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 47% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $338,200. Housing costs are 12% higher than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 59.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% lower than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Cartersville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 65.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 15.2%. The Black or African American population (14.5%) is well below the state average of 30.7%. The Asian population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.
Education
28.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% 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 90.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cartersville, Georgia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Georgia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 669 Census-designated places in Georgia. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Cartersville, Georgia?
Cartersville, Georgia has a population of 24,074 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cartersville, GA?
The median household income in Cartersville is $84,437, which is 5% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cartersville, GA?
The poverty rate in Cartersville is 12.4%. This means approximately 2,885 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cartersville, Georgia?
Cartersville's population is 65.5% White, 14.5% Black, 15.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cartersville, GA?
The median home value in Cartersville is $338,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.
How educated is Cartersville, Georgia?
28.7% of adults (25+) in Cartersville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.