Glenwood city, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Glenwood city, Georgia Demographics
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As of 2026, Glenwood city, Georgia has a total population of 746, the 431st largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $31,250, which is 58% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.1%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 58% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Only 5.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.2%.

Glenwood city Quick Facts

Population 746

Median Household Income $31,250

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 7.1%

Unemployment Rate 0.2%

Median Age 18.8 years

Homeownership Rate 29.0%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 5.4%

High School Graduation Rate 83.7%

Diversity Index 41/100

Population 746 431st of 670

Median Income $31,250 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 7.1% 43% lower national

Median Home Value N/A

How Glenwood city Compares

Median Household Income

Glenwood city

$31,250

$74,664

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$272,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 42.1%

$25K-$50K 24.3%

$50K-$100K 26.2%

$100K+ 7.5%

Employment

0.2% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

72.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 29.0%

Renter 71.0%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.8%

18-34

47.6%

35-54

9.4%

55-74

16.0%

75+

6.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 64 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Glenwood city Rankings in Georgia

#431 Population of 670

#568 Median Income of 670

#593 Education of 670

N/A Home Value of 670

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Cities Similar to Glenwood city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Talbotton city	790	N/A	N/A	4.6%	44.2%
Milan city	727	$27,656	$77,400	7.8%	44.5%
Attapulgus city	744	$40,000	$66,300	2.6%	54.0%
Satilla CDP	847	N/A	$104,100	0.0%	35.3%
Plains city	713	$38,131	$253,500	13.2%	14.1%

Population Overview

Glenwood city is a small community located in Georgia. The total population is 746. It ranks as the 431st most populous out of 670 cities and towns in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Glenwood city is 18.8 years. This is 50% lower than the state median of 37.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Glenwood city is $31,250. This is 58% lower than the state median of $74,664. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 60% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.1%. This is 47% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.5%. The unemployment rate is 0.2%. This is 96% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. 29.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 56% lower than the state average of 65.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Glenwood city is Black or African American, making up 73.1% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 22.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (22.8%) is well below the state average of 49.8%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (73.1% vs 31.0%). The Hispanic or Latino population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 10.7%.

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 83.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Glenwood 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 Glenwood city, Georgia?

Glenwood city, Georgia has a population of 746 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Glenwood city is $31,250, which is 60% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Glenwood city, GA?

The poverty rate in Glenwood city is 7.1%. This means approximately 50 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Glenwood city, Georgia?

Glenwood city's population is 22.8% White, 73.1% Black, 2.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Glenwood city is N/A.

How educated is Glenwood city, Georgia?

5.4% of adults (25+) in Glenwood city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.