Homer town, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Homer town, Georgia Demographics
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As of 2026, Homer town, Georgia has a total population of 1,628, the 324th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $83,068, which is 11% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.5%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.9%.

Homer town Quick Facts

Population 1,628

Median Household Income $83,068

Median Home Value $264,200

Poverty Rate 13.5%

Unemployment Rate 0.9%

Median Age 31.0 years

Homeownership Rate 65.8%

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 21.2%

High School Graduation Rate 90.1%

Diversity Index 16/100

Population 1,628 324th of 670

Median Income $83,068 top 20%

Poverty Rate 13.5% 9% higher national

Median Home Value $264,200 top 30%

How Homer town Compares

Median Household Income

Homer town

$83,068

$74,664

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Homer town

$264,200

$272,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.2%

$25K-$50K 19.6%

$50K-$100K 32.9%

$100K+ 36.3%

Employment

0.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

60.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 65.8%

Renter 34.2%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

28.7%

18-34

27.3%

35-54

25.2%

55-74

13.9%

75+

4.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 64 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Homer town Rankings in Georgia

#324 Population of 670

#98 Median Income of 670

#251 Education of 670

#126 Home Value of 670

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Cities Similar to Homer town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Walnut Grove city	1,594	$81,823	$225,800	11.0%	11.3%
Moody AFB CDP	1,570	N/A	N/A	18.8%	52.4%
Berry College CDP	1,712	N/A	N/A	88.9%	0.0%
Shannon CDP	1,618	$71,605	$193,800	22.1%	9.3%
Emerson city	1,716	$76,424	$209,700	34.0%	11.1%

Population Overview

Homer town is a small community located in Georgia. The total population is 1,628. It ranks as the 324th most populous out of 670 cities and towns in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Homer town is 31.0 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 37.4 years. With 28.7% of the population under 18, Homer town has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Homer town is $83,068. This is 11% higher than the state median of $74,664. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 6% higher. The poverty rate stands at 13.5%. This is about average than the state poverty rate of 13.5%. The unemployment rate is 0.9%. This is 82% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $264,200. Housing costs are 3% lower than the state median of $272,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 65.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

Homer town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.2% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (91.2% vs 49.8%). The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 31.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 10.7%.

Education

21.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 90.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Homer town, 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 Homer town, Georgia?

Homer town, Georgia has a population of 1,628 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Homer town, GA?

The median household income in Homer town is $83,068, which is 6% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Homer town, GA?

The poverty rate in Homer town is 13.5%. This means approximately 220 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Homer town, Georgia?

Homer town's population is 91.2% White, 1.4% Black, 0.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Homer town, GA?

The median home value in Homer town is $264,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Homer town, Georgia?

21.2% of adults (25+) in Homer town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.