Dudley, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dudley, Georgia had a total population of 718, the 442nd largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $66,000, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Dudley Quick Facts
How Dudley 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 | 711 | 718 | +1.0% |
| Median household income | $85,859 | $66,000 | -23.1% |
| Median home value | $175,000 | $190,600 | +8.9% |
How Dudley 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Dudley Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Laurens County
Cities Similar to Dudley
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem | 707 | $61,875 | $263,500 | 16.6% | 9.0% |
| Dearing | 760 | $66,146 | $114,100 | 20.6% | 10.7% |
| Funston | 732 | $60,938 | $101,300 | 8.7% | 6.7% |
| Jekyll Island | 769 | N/A | $590,000 | 80.4% | 0.0% |
| Newborn | 653 | $65,278 | $233,300 | 17.6% | 7.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 718, Dudley'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
Dudley is a small community located in Georgia, within Laurens County. The total population is 718. It ranks as the 442nd most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dudley is 39.1 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Dudley is $66,000. This is 15% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.0%. This is 48% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 16% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $190,600. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Dudley is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Dudley is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 22.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (75.2% vs 49.1%).
Education
32.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% 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 86.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dudley, 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 Dudley, Georgia?
Dudley, Georgia has a population of 718 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dudley, GA?
The median household income in Dudley is $66,000, which is 18% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dudley, GA?
The poverty rate in Dudley is 7.0%. This means approximately 50 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dudley, Georgia?
Dudley's population is 75.2% White, 22.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dudley, GA?
The median home value in Dudley is $190,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.
How educated is Dudley, Georgia?
32.2% of adults (25+) in Dudley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.