Fairburn, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fairburn, Georgia had a total population of 16,831, the 76th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $91,897, which is 19% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Fairburn Quick Facts
How Fairburn 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 | 16,609 | 16,831 | +1.3% |
| Median household income | $89,276 | $91,897 | +2.9% |
| Median home value | $249,200 | $271,800 | +9.1% |
How Fairburn 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+)
Fairburn Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Fulton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 505,268 | $85,652 | 16.9% | $439,600 |
| South Fulton | 110,471 | $82,324 | 9.1% | $309,800 |
| Sandy Springs | 107,087 | $104,340 | 8.5% | $619,800 |
| Roswell | 92,621 | $128,654 | 7.5% | $567,100 |
| Johns Creek | 81,988 | $160,093 | 4.2% | $629,400 |
| Alpharetta | 66,855 | $147,612 | 5.6% | $649,000 |
| Milton | 41,546 | $171,295 | 4.3% | $789,000 |
| East Point | 38,335 | $68,598 | 19.9% | $281,600 |
| Union City | 27,728 | $49,549 | 14.2% | $245,600 |
| College Park | 14,712 | $51,635 | 20.7% | $325,800 |
Cities Similar to Fairburn
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grovetown | 17,014 | $85,660 | $254,300 | 29.2% | 11.1% |
| Richmond Hill | 18,181 | $92,824 | $313,400 | 36.8% | 8.8% |
| Villa Rica | 18,551 | $87,803 | $274,200 | 28.4% | 11.8% |
| St. Simons | 16,228 | $108,771 | $555,600 | 57.0% | 4.5% |
| North Druid Hills | 17,997 | $102,742 | $515,900 | 75.0% | 11.1% |
Population Overview
Fairburn is a small city located in Georgia, within Fulton County. The total population is 16,831. It ranks as the 76th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fairburn is 35.6 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Fairburn is $91,897. This is 19% higher than the state median of $77,353. It is also 14% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.5%. This is 30% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $271,800. Housing costs are 10% lower than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 64.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Fairburn is Black or African American, making up 82.7% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 7.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (7.4%) is well below the state average of 49.1%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (82.7% vs 30.7%). The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.
Education
38.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 10% 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 90.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fairburn, 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 Fairburn, Georgia?
Fairburn, Georgia has a population of 16,831 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fairburn, GA?
The median household income in Fairburn is $91,897, which is 14% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fairburn, GA?
The poverty rate in Fairburn is 17.5%. This means approximately 2,921 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fairburn, Georgia?
Fairburn's population is 7.4% White, 82.7% Black, 7.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fairburn, GA?
The median home value in Fairburn is $271,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Fairburn, Georgia?
38.5% of adults (25+) in Fairburn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.