Fargo city, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Fargo city, Georgia Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.2x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Fargo city, Georgia has a total population of 470, the 503rd largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $71,105, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.5%.

Key Takeaways

Only 5.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.4%.

Fargo city Quick Facts

Population 470

Median Household Income $71,105

Median Home Value $82,400

Poverty Rate 15.5%

Unemployment Rate 0.4%

Median Age 43.0 years

Homeownership Rate 80.6%

Affordability Ratio 1.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 5.4%

High School Graduation Rate 78.1%

Diversity Index 26/100

Population 470 503rd of 670

Median Income $71,105 top 30%

Poverty Rate 15.5% 25% higher national

Median Home Value $82,400 bottom 20%

How Fargo city Compares

Median Household Income

Fargo city

$71,105

$74,664

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Fargo city

$82,400

$272,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 25.2%

$25K-$50K 7.8%

$50K-$100K 43.4%

$100K+ 23.6%

Employment

0.4% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

57.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 80.6%

Renter 19.4%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

14.0%

18-34

9.4%

35-54

56.2%

55-74

13.2%

75+

7.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 64 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Fargo city Rankings in Georgia

#503 Population of 670

#182 Median Income of 670

#594 Education of 670

#512 Home Value of 670

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Cities Similar to Fargo city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Lexington city	470	$80,000	N/A	33.0%	55.5%
Daisy city	442	$69,792	$183,600	23.8%	10.0%
Helen city	470	$83,654	$344,000	44.0%	6.4%
Whitesburg city	439	$64,861	$128,600	12.6%	19.4%
Uvalda city	494	$62,411	$103,600	23.1%	20.4%

Population Overview

Fargo city is a small community located in Georgia. The total population is 470. It ranks as the 503rd most populous out of 670 cities and towns in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Fargo city is 43.0 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. Only 14.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Fargo city is $71,105. This is 5% lower than the state median of $74,664. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 9% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.5%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.5%. The unemployment rate is 0.4%. This is 92% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $82,400. Housing costs are 70% lower than the state median of $272,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x, Fargo city 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 65.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Fargo city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.1% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 6.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (85.1% vs 49.8%). The Black or African American population (6.8%) is well below the state average of 31.0%.

Education

5.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 84% 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 78.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Fargo city, Georgia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Georgia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 670 Census-designated places in Georgia. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Fargo city, Georgia?

Fargo city, Georgia has a population of 470 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Fargo city, GA?

The median household income in Fargo city is $71,105, which is 9% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Fargo city, GA?

The poverty rate in Fargo city is 15.5%. This means approximately 73 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Fargo city, Georgia?

Fargo city's population is 85.1% White, 6.8% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Fargo city, GA?

The median home value in Fargo city is $82,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.2x.

How educated is Fargo city, Georgia?

5.4% of adults (25+) in Fargo city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.