Irwin County, Georgia Demographics 2026
Irwin County, Georgia has a population of 9,285, the 127th most populous county in Georgia. The median household income is $51,384 and the median home value is $105,600. The poverty rate is 22.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Irwin County Quick Facts
How Irwin County 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 | 9,385 | 9,285 | -1.1% |
| Median household income | $53,915 | $51,384 | -4.7% |
| Median home value | $105,300 | $105,600 | +0.3% |
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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Irwin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocilla | 3,100 | $41,277 | 26.2% | $95,700 |
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Population Overview
Irwin County is located in Georgia with a total population of 9,285. It is the 127th most populous county out of 159 in Georgia. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.
Age Demographics
The median age in Irwin County is 40.3 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Irwin County is $51,384. This is 34% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 36% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 22.4%. This is 67% 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 4.0%. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $105,600. Housing costs are 65% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Irwin County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Irwin County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 66.3% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 24.1%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.
Education
15.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 85.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Irwin County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Georgia and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Irwin County, Georgia?
Irwin County has a population of 9,285, making it the 127th most populous county in Georgia.
What is the median income in Irwin County?
The median household income in Irwin County is $51,384 with a poverty rate of 22.4%.
How many cities are in Irwin County, Georgia?
Irwin County contains 1 Census-designated place.