Gilmer County, Georgia Demographics 2026
Gilmer County, Georgia has a population of 32,426, the 58th most populous county in Georgia. The median household income is $74,499 and the median home value is $314,000. The poverty rate is 16.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Gilmer County Quick Facts
How Gilmer County 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 | 31,976 | 32,426 | +1.4% |
| Median household income | $72,542 | $74,499 | +2.7% |
| Median home value | $278,900 | $314,000 | +12.6% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Gilmer County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellijay | 1,927 | $48,136 | 26.2% | $349,100 |
| East Ellijay | 488 | $29,125 | 26.8% | $208,300 |
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Population Overview
Gilmer County is located in Georgia with a total population of 32,426. It is the 58th most populous county out of 159 in Georgia. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Gilmer County is 50.0 years. This is 33% higher than the state median of 37.6 years. 10.3% 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 Gilmer County is $74,499. This is 4% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 8% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.0%. This is 19% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 47% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $314,000. Housing costs are 4% higher than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x. 80.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Gilmer County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (83.6% vs 49.1%). The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 30.7%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.
Education
24.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% 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 87.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Gilmer County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Georgia and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Gilmer County, Georgia?
Gilmer County has a population of 32,426, making it the 58th most populous county in Georgia.
What is the median income in Gilmer County?
The median household income in Gilmer County is $74,499 with a poverty rate of 16.0%.
How many cities are in Gilmer County, Georgia?
Gilmer County contains 2 Census-designated places.