Echols County, Georgia Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Echols County is located in Georgia with a total population of 3,705. It is the 153rd most populous county out of 159 in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Echols County is 31.2 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 37.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Echols County is $61,723. This is 17% lower than the state median of $74,664. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 21% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.4%. This is 8% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.5%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $112,600. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $272,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Echols County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 65.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Echols County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 57.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 27.3%. The Black or African American population (4.2%) is well below the state average of 31.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (27.3% vs 10.7%).

Education

14.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% lower than the state rate of 34.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 81.5%.