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Dublin, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

High PovertyPoverty rate of 36.3% is well above the state average

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dublin, Georgia had a total population of 16,136, the 79th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $42,988, which is 44% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 36.3%.

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

Key Takeaways

Dublin Quick Facts

Population 16,136
Median Household Income $42,988
Median Home Value $181,300
Poverty Rate 36.3%
Unemployment Rate 7.3%
Median Age 34.5 years
Homeownership Rate 38.0%
Affordability Ratio 4.2x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.2%
High School Graduation Rate 85.5%
Diversity Index 50/100
Population 16,136 79th of 669
Median Income $42,988 bottom 30%
Poverty Rate 36.3% 191% higher than national
Median Home Value $181,300 average

How Dublin 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
Population16,02316,136+0.7%
Median household income$40,417$42,988+6.4%
Median home value$173,500$181,300+4.5%

How Dublin Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 34.3%
$25K-$50K 20.5%
$50K-$100K 20.5%
$100K+ 24.6%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
11.2%
$10K-$15K
10.5%
$15K-$20K
8.6%
$20K-$25K
4.1%
$25K-$30K
5.4%
$30K-$35K
4.2%
$35K-$40K
4.5%
$40K-$45K
2.7%
$45K-$50K
3.8%
$50K-$60K
5.2%
$60K-$75K
8.0%
$75K-$100K
7.3%
$100K-$125K
7.6%
$125K-$150K
6.5%
$150K-$200K
3.8%
$200K+
6.7%

Employment

7.3% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%
52.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 38.0%
Renter 62.0%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.2x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $847/mo 23.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

50out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Dublin Rankings in Georgia

#79 Population of 669
#466 Median Income of 611
#284 Education of 669
#313 Home Value of 607

Other Cities in Laurens County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
East Dublin 2,489 $50,288 28.7% $153,000
Dexter 1,054 $34,141 17.6% N/A
Dudley 718 $66,000 7.0% $190,600
Cadwell 470 $45,625 27.7% $78,400
Rentz 395 $56,250 10.4% $97,000
Allentown 341 $46,538 14.7% N/A
Montrose 311 $69,583 18.3% N/A

Cities Similar to Dublin

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Monroe15,648$44,656$259,30016.1%33.8%
Milledgeville16,748$41,616$193,10021.1%40.5%
Americus15,813$39,176$107,50021.9%32.7%
Brunswick15,307$40,288$155,90019.4%30.9%
Tifton17,210$45,298$196,20022.1%23.5%

Population Overview

Dublin is a small city located in Georgia, within Laurens County. The total population is 16,136. It ranks as the 79th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Dublin is 34.5 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 37.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Dublin is $42,988. This is 44% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 47% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 36.3%. This is 171% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 7.3%. This is 43% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $181,300. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x. 38.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% lower than the state average of 65.7%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Dublin is Black or African American, making up 64.2% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 28.6%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (64.2% vs 30.7%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.

Education

20.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% 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 85.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Dublin, 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 Dublin, Georgia?

Dublin, Georgia has a population of 16,136 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Dublin, GA?

The median household income in Dublin is $42,988, which is 47% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Dublin, GA?

The poverty rate in Dublin is 36.3%. This means approximately 5,596 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Dublin, Georgia?

Dublin's population is 28.6% White, 64.2% Black, 1.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Dublin, GA?

The median home value in Dublin is $181,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

How educated is Dublin, Georgia?

20.2% of adults (25+) in Dublin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.