Eatonton, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Eatonton, Georgia had a total population of 6,515, the 146th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $56,250, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Eatonton Quick Facts
How Eatonton 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 | 6,430 | 6,515 | +1.3% |
| Median household income | $52,989 | $56,250 | +6.2% |
| Median home value | $144,800 | $167,400 | +15.6% |
How Eatonton 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+)
Eatonton Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Putnam County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crooked Creek | 798 | $30,800 | 35.7% | $238,200 |
Cities Similar to Eatonton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnesville | 6,121 | $57,411 | $176,500 | 17.9% | 14.0% |
| Stone Mountain | 6,623 | $46,973 | $206,400 | 22.8% | 16.6% |
| Jonesboro | 6,143 | $50,843 | $188,300 | 12.3% | 35.3% |
| Morrow | 6,364 | $73,693 | $224,700 | 15.2% | 19.1% |
| LaFayette | 6,967 | $46,018 | $144,800 | 12.1% | 14.3% |
Population Overview
Eatonton is a small city located in Georgia, within Putnam County. The total population is 6,515. It ranks as the 146th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Eatonton is 43.5 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Eatonton is $56,250. This is 27% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.6%. This is 24% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 17% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $167,400. Housing costs are 45% lower than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 76.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Eatonton is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 35.5%. The Asian population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.
Education
20.4% 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 83.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Eatonton, 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 Eatonton, Georgia?
Eatonton, Georgia has a population of 6,515 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Eatonton, GA?
The median household income in Eatonton is $56,250, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Eatonton, GA?
The poverty rate in Eatonton is 16.6%. This means approximately 1,064 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Eatonton, Georgia?
Eatonton's population is 35.5% White, 44.7% Black, 14.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Eatonton, GA?
The median home value in Eatonton is $167,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Eatonton, Georgia?
20.4% of adults (25+) in Eatonton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.