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Homer, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Homer, Georgia had a total population of 1,892, the 311th largest town in Georgia, with a median household income of $89,083, which is 15% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.5%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Homer Quick Facts

Population 1,892
Median Household Income $89,083
Median Home Value $311,400
Poverty Rate 8.5%
Unemployment Rate 3.5%
Median Age 33.9 years
Homeownership Rate 73.0%
Affordability Ratio 3.5x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 23.3%
High School Graduation Rate 89.8%
Diversity Index 11/100
Population 1,892 311th of 669
Median Income $89,083 top 20%
Poverty Rate 8.5% 32% lower than national
Median Home Value $311,400 top 20%

How Homer Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population1,6281,892+16.2%
Median household income$83,068$89,083+7.2%
Median home value$264,200$311,400+17.9%

How Homer Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.8%
$25K-$50K 13.9%
$50K-$100K 32.6%
$100K+ 41.7%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.0%
$10K-$15K
3.3%
$15K-$20K
5.0%
$20K-$25K
1.5%
$25K-$30K
4.2%
$30K-$35K
0.5%
$35K-$40K
2.5%
$40K-$45K
2.5%
$45K-$50K
4.2%
$50K-$60K
6.0%
$60K-$75K
8.3%
$75K-$100K
18.2%
$100K-$125K
18.5%
$125K-$150K
2.2%
$150K-$200K
8.3%
$200K+
12.7%

Employment

3.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%
60.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 73.0%
Renter 27.0%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.5x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,008/mo 13.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

11out of 100
Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Homer Rankings in Georgia

#311 Population of 669
#95 Median Income of 611
#233 Education of 669
#120 Home Value of 607

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Cities Similar to Homer

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Ludowici1,897N/A$238,60012.4%32.8%
Sparta1,830N/A$56,4006.6%47.0%
Hamilton2,043$92,083$289,30017.7%11.4%
Henderson1,952$104,385$341,60050.8%8.7%
Shannon2,012$80,722$221,00021.6%8.1%

Population Overview

Homer is a small community located in Georgia, within Banks County. The total population is 1,892. It ranks as the 311th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Homer is 33.9 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 37.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Homer is $89,083. This is 15% higher than the state median of $77,353. It is also 10% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.5%. This is 36% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $311,400. Housing costs are 3% higher than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 73.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 65.7%.

Race & Ethnicity

Homer has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.3% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (94.3% vs 49.1%). The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 30.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Asian population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.

Education

23.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 33% 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 89.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Homer, 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 Homer, Georgia?

Homer, Georgia has a population of 1,892 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Homer, GA?

The median household income in Homer is $89,083, which is 10% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Homer, GA?

The poverty rate in Homer is 8.5%. This means approximately 161 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Homer, Georgia?

Homer's population is 94.3% White, 1.2% Black, 0.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Homer, GA?

The median home value in Homer is $311,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Homer, Georgia?

23.3% of adults (25+) in Homer hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.