Dallas, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dallas, Georgia had a total population of 14,714, the 88th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $75,545, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 8.3% is notably above the national average.
Dallas Quick Facts
How Dallas 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 | 14,440 | 14,714 | +1.9% |
| Median household income | $73,387 | $75,545 | +2.9% |
| Median home value | $234,700 | $251,800 | +7.3% |
How Dallas 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
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Dallas Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Paulding County
Cities Similar to Dallas
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverdale | 14,792 | $63,455 | $178,800 | 17.3% | 12.4% |
| Loganville | 15,527 | $83,605 | $366,100 | 27.0% | 8.9% |
| Belvedere Park | 14,181 | $65,462 | $296,600 | 38.7% | 16.1% |
| Lilburn | 15,390 | $63,581 | $329,700 | 27.9% | 22.9% |
| Covington | 14,584 | $58,810 | $301,900 | 27.2% | 20.4% |
Population Overview
Dallas is a small city located in Georgia, within Paulding County. The total population is 14,714. It ranks as the 88th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dallas is 34.0 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Dallas is $75,545. This is 2% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 6% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.3%. This is 22% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 8.3%. This is 62% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $251,800. Housing costs are 17% lower than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 57.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% lower than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Dallas is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 39.3%. The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.
Education
23.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 33% 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 91.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dallas, 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 Dallas, Georgia?
Dallas, Georgia has a population of 14,714 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dallas, GA?
The median household income in Dallas is $75,545, which is 6% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dallas, GA?
The poverty rate in Dallas is 16.3%. This means approximately 2,365 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dallas, Georgia?
Dallas's population is 39.3% White, 39.9% Black, 14.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dallas, GA?
The median home value in Dallas is $251,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Dallas, Georgia?
23.4% of adults (25+) in Dallas hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.