Homeland, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Homeland, Georgia had a total population of 755, the 435th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $48,000, which is 38% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 38% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 5.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.5%.
Homeland Quick Facts
How Homeland 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 | 877 | 755 | -13.9% |
| Median household income | $51,324 | $48,000 | -6.5% |
| Median home value | $78,100 | $73,100 | -6.4% |
How Homeland 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
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+)
Homeland Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Charlton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folkston | 4,631 | $50,116 | 28.8% | $78,100 |
Cities Similar to Homeland
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jekyll Island | 769 | N/A | $590,000 | 80.4% | 0.0% |
| Tignall | 763 | $53,438 | $71,000 | 5.3% | 10.4% |
| Blythe | 806 | $48,750 | $135,800 | 14.9% | 10.1% |
| Allenhurst | 804 | $49,904 | $189,800 | 21.7% | 16.0% |
| Lincoln Park | 688 | $48,179 | $167,600 | 2.6% | 23.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 755, Homeland'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
Homeland is a small community located in Georgia, within Charlton County. The total population is 755. It ranks as the 435th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Homeland is 37.6 years. This is about the same as the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Homeland is $48,000. This is 38% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 41% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.2%. This is 21% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 52% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $73,100. Housing costs are 76% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Homeland is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 64.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% lower than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Homeland is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 18.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (76.2% vs 49.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.
Education
5.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 84% 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 74.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Homeland, 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 Homeland, Georgia?
Homeland, Georgia has a population of 755 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Homeland, GA?
The median household income in Homeland is $48,000, which is 41% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Homeland, GA?
The poverty rate in Homeland is 16.2%. This means approximately 122 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Homeland, Georgia?
Homeland's population is 76.2% White, 18.4% Black, 1.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Homeland, GA?
The median home value in Homeland is $73,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Homeland, Georgia?
5.6% of adults (25+) in Homeland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.