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Doraville, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Doraville, Georgia had a total population of 11,134, the 104th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $67,235, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.3%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Doraville Quick Facts

Population 11,134
Median Household Income $67,235
Median Home Value $331,900
Poverty Rate 18.3%
Unemployment Rate 1.2%
Median Age 35.1 years
Homeownership Rate 57.6%
Affordability Ratio 4.9x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 35.6%
High School Graduation Rate 73.2%
Diversity Index 69/100
Population 11,134 104th of 669
Median Income $67,235 above average
Poverty Rate 18.3% 47% higher than national
Median Home Value $331,900 top 20%

How Doraville Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population10,73811,134+3.7%
Median household income$60,618$67,235+10.9%
Median home value$297,700$331,900+11.5%

How Doraville Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.1%
$25K-$50K 24.8%
$50K-$100K 31.7%
$100K+ 30.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
1.8%
$10K-$15K
1.5%
$15K-$20K
5.4%
$20K-$25K
4.3%
$25K-$30K
7.7%
$30K-$35K
8.2%
$35K-$40K
4.0%
$40K-$45K
2.8%
$45K-$50K
2.1%
$50K-$60K
5.1%
$60K-$75K
10.7%
$75K-$100K
15.8%
$100K-$125K
11.1%
$125K-$150K
4.5%
$150K-$200K
8.0%
$200K+
6.9%

Employment

1.2% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%
66.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 57.6%
Renter 42.4%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.9x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,868/mo 33.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

69out of 100
High Diversity

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

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Doraville Rankings in Georgia

#104 Population of 669
#220 Median Income of 611
#118 Education of 669
#101 Home Value of 607

Other Cities in DeKalb County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Stonecrest 60,501 $64,591 16.7% $243,500
Brookhaven 57,855 $117,663 10.3% $692,700
Dunwoody 51,758 $121,903 6.1% $602,900
Tucker 37,123 $80,317 10.6% $384,500
Redan 31,017 $65,227 11.4% $233,900
Chamblee 30,895 $84,452 18.0% $432,800
Decatur 24,518 $139,397 6.2% $701,400
Candler-McAfee 20,905 $64,699 14.7% $259,300
North Decatur 18,442 $110,871 9.7% $474,600
North Druid Hills 17,997 $102,742 11.1% $515,900

Cities Similar to Doraville

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Georgetown11,158$74,256$274,90042.1%10.8%
Lovejoy11,508$71,612$265,10028.6%9.2%
Rincon11,332$74,417$251,60025.2%8.9%
Locust Grove10,532$75,083$307,30030.0%15.9%
Scottdale10,542$85,610$357,10053.1%14.4%

Population Overview

Doraville is a small city located in Georgia, within DeKalb County. The total population is 11,134. It ranks as the 104th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Doraville is 35.1 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 37.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Doraville is $67,235. This is 13% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.3%. This is 37% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 1.2%. This is 76% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $331,900. Housing costs are 9% higher than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x. 57.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% lower than the state average of 65.7%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Doraville is Hispanic or Latino, making up 46.1% of the population. Asian residents account for 23.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (18.5%) is well below the state average of 49.1%. The Black or African American population (11.3%) is well below the state average of 30.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (46.1% vs 11.0%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (23.5% vs 4.5%).

Education

35.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 2% higher 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 73.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Doraville, 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 Doraville, Georgia?

Doraville, Georgia has a population of 11,134 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Doraville, GA?

The median household income in Doraville is $67,235, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Doraville, GA?

The poverty rate in Doraville is 18.3%. This means approximately 2,036 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Doraville, Georgia?

Doraville's population is 18.5% White, 11.3% Black, 46.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 23.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Doraville, GA?

The median home value in Doraville is $331,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

How educated is Doraville, Georgia?

35.6% of adults (25+) in Doraville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.