Demorest city, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Demorest city, Georgia Demographics
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As of 2026, Demorest city, Georgia has a total population of 2,335, the 272nd largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $69,583, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.0%.

Demorest city Quick Facts

Population 2,335

Median Household Income $69,583

Median Home Value $216,800

Poverty Rate 11.0%

Unemployment Rate 6.8%

Median Age 26.3 years

Homeownership Rate 51.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 31.5%

High School Graduation Rate 92.1%

Diversity Index 34/100

Population 2,335 272nd of 670

Median Income $69,583 above average

Poverty Rate 11.0% 11% lower national

Median Home Value $216,800 above average

How Demorest city Compares

Median Household Income

Demorest city

$69,583

$74,664

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Demorest city

$216,800

$272,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.9%

$25K-$50K 19.1%

$50K-$100K 27.7%

$100K+ 32.3%

Employment

6.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

59.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 51.1%

Renter 48.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.6%

18-34

38.7%

35-54

18.2%

55-74

18.5%

75+

6.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 64 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Demorest city Rankings in Georgia

#272 Population of 670

#195 Median Income of 670

#132 Education of 670

#200 Home Value of 670

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Cities Similar to Demorest city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Gumlog CDP	2,303	$67,131	$166,100	25.4%	10.3%
Kings Bay Base CDP	2,394	$72,650	N/A	17.5%	18.4%
Kennesaw State University CDP	2,455	N/A	N/A	0.0%	N/A
Aragon city	2,304	$59,545	$116,300	6.4%	27.5%
Thunderbolt town	2,552	$69,191	$303,500	42.1%	17.8%

Population Overview

Demorest city is a small community located in Georgia. The total population is 2,335. It ranks as the 272nd most populous out of 670 cities and towns in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Demorest city is 26.3 years. This is 30% lower than the state median of 37.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Demorest city is $69,583. This is 7% lower than the state median of $74,664. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 11% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.0%. This is 18% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.5%. The unemployment rate is 6.8%. This is 32% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $216,800. Housing costs are 21% lower than the state median of $272,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 51.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% lower than the state average of 65.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Demorest city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (80.4% vs 49.8%). The Black or African American population (6.4%) is well below the state average of 31.0%. The Asian population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 4.3%.

Education

31.5% 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 92.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Demorest 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 Demorest city, Georgia?

Demorest city, Georgia has a population of 2,335 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Demorest city is $69,583, which is 11% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Demorest city, GA?

The poverty rate in Demorest city is 11.0%. This means approximately 204 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Demorest city, Georgia?

Demorest city's population is 80.4% White, 6.4% Black, 10.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.8% Asian.

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

The median home value in Demorest city is $216,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Demorest city, Georgia?

31.5% of adults (25+) in Demorest city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.