Garfield, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Garfield, Georgia had a total population of 270, the 575th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $63,929, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
- Unemployment rate of 14.7% is notably above the national average.
Garfield Quick Facts
How Garfield 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 | 222 | 270 | +21.6% |
| Median household income | $73,750 | $63,929 | -13.3% |
| Median home value | $93,900 | $91,100 | -3.0% |
How Garfield 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Garfield Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Emanuel County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swainsboro | 7,571 | $49,750 | 29.0% | $109,300 |
| Twin City | 2,075 | $39,893 | 32.9% | $63,500 |
| Stillmore | 715 | $33,750 | 50.1% | $39,400 |
| Adrian | 590 | $62,500 | 11.5% | $65,000 |
| Oak Park | 428 | $48,750 | 24.5% | $78,200 |
| Summertown | 210 | N/A | 33.8% | $80,000 |
| Nunez | 124 | $48,750 | 12.1% | $84,300 |
| Canoochee | 84 | $61,983 | 0.0% | $104,200 |
| Norristown | 21 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Garfield
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bostwick | 269 | $66,250 | $339,300 | 22.2% | 10.8% |
| Rocky Ford | 276 | $62,589 | $84,300 | 10.1% | 16.3% |
| Avera | 259 | N/A | $51,900 | 8.7% | 30.5% |
| Smithville | 285 | N/A | $111,500 | 15.3% | 4.2% |
| Rebecca | 284 | $64,479 | N/A | 12.1% | 8.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 270, Garfield'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
Garfield is a small community located in Georgia, within Emanuel County. The total population is 270. It ranks as the 575th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Garfield is 35.1 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Garfield is $63,929. This is 17% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 20.0%. This is 49% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 14.7%. This is 186% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $91,100. Housing costs are 70% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Garfield is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 60.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Garfield is White (non-Hispanic), making up 58.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 39.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.
Education
13.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 75.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Garfield, 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 Garfield, Georgia?
Garfield, Georgia has a population of 270 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Garfield, GA?
The median household income in Garfield is $63,929, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Garfield, GA?
The poverty rate in Garfield is 20.0%. This means approximately 54 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Garfield, Georgia?
Garfield's population is 58.9% White, 39.3% Black, 1.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Garfield, GA?
The median home value in Garfield is $91,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Garfield, Georgia?
13.0% of adults (25+) in Garfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.