Dooling, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dooling, Georgia had a total population of 36, the 659th largest town in Georgia. The poverty rate is 16.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Dooling Quick Facts
How Dooling 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 | 37 | 36 | -2.7% |
How Dooling 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+)
Dooling Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Dooly County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unadilla | 3,064 | $36,875 | 20.9% | $60,600 |
| Vienna | 2,881 | $57,736 | 13.2% | $120,300 |
| Byromville | 575 | $44,083 | 27.3% | $76,700 |
| Pinehurst | 557 | $45,781 | 30.3% | $94,100 |
| Lilly | 150 | $30,208 | 38.7% | $76,400 |
Cities Similar to Dooling
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knoxville | 36 | N/A | N/A | 19.4% | N/A |
| Eagle Grove | 35 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Tazewell | 33 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Coleman | 44 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 34.1% |
| Rest Haven | 44 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 45.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 36, Dooling's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Dooling is a small community located in Georgia, within Dooly County. The total population is 36. It ranks as the 659th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dooling is 59.9 years. This is 59% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 16.7%. This is 24% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Dooling, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 69.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Dooling is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 8.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (8.3%) is well below the state average of 49.1%.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dooling, 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 Dooling, Georgia?
Dooling, Georgia has a population of 36 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dooling, GA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Dooling — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dooling, GA?
The poverty rate in Dooling is 16.7%. This means approximately 6 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dooling, Georgia?
Dooling's population is 8.3% White, 41.7% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dooling, GA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Dooling — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Dooling, Georgia?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Dooling hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.