Gibson, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

A note before these figures: with a population of 990, Gibson'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

Gibson is a small community located in Georgia, within Glascock County. The total population is 990. It ranks as the 390th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Gibson is 42.1 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 37.6 years. With 28.8% of the population under 18, Gibson has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community. 10.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Gibson is $41,833. This is 46% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 48% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 22.6%. This is 69% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 39% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $96,700. Housing costs are 68% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Gibson is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 48.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% lower than the state average of 65.7%.

Race & Ethnicity

Gibson has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.0% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 14.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (85.0% vs 49.1%). The Black or African American population (14.2%) is well below the state average of 30.7%.

Education

14.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% 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 76.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Gibson, 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.