Ila, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ila, Georgia had a total population of 526, the 490th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $54,375, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 23.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.3%.
Ila Quick Facts
How Ila 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 | 490 | 526 | +7.3% |
| Median household income | $48,542 | $54,375 | +12.0% |
| Median home value | $196,900 | $205,300 | +4.3% |
How Ila 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+)
Ila Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Madison County
Cities Similar to Ila
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hickox | 520 | N/A | $146,300 | 54.2% | 23.6% |
| Whitesburg | 525 | $55,938 | $168,800 | 19.9% | 19.6% |
| Berlin | 535 | $52,458 | $111,200 | 11.6% | 19.4% |
| Leslie | 510 | $55,598 | $88,300 | 21.0% | 33.3% |
| Yonah | 543 | $52,348 | $213,500 | 13.4% | 5.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 526, Ila'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
Ila is a small community located in Georgia, within Madison County. The total population is 526. It ranks as the 490th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ila is 30.1 years. This is 20% lower than the state median of 37.6 years. With 31.9% of the population under 18, Ila has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ila is $54,375. This is 30% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 23.4%. This is 75% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 2.3%. This is 55% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $205,300. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 72.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Ila has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (94.7% vs 49.1%). The Black or African American population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 30.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.6%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.
Education
7.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 78% 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 84.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ila, 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 Ila, Georgia?
Ila, Georgia has a population of 526 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ila, GA?
The median household income in Ila is $54,375, which is 33% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ila, GA?
The poverty rate in Ila is 23.4%. This means approximately 123 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ila, Georgia?
Ila's population is 94.7% White, 1.1% Black, 3.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ila, GA?
The median home value in Ila is $205,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.
How educated is Ila, Georgia?
7.8% of adults (25+) in Ila hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.