Johns Creek, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Johns Creek, Georgia Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Johns Creek, Georgia had a total population of 81,988, the 11th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $160,093, which is 107% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.2%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 107% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Georgia.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.2% — among the lowest in Georgia.
72.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Georgia.

Johns Creek Quick Facts

Population 81,988

Median Household Income $160,093

Median Home Value $629,400

Poverty Rate 4.2%

Unemployment Rate 4.1%

Median Age 43.3 years

Homeownership Rate 80.4%

Affordability Ratio 3.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 72.7%

High School Graduation Rate 95.3%

Diversity Index 68/100

Population 81,988 11th of 669

Median Income $160,093 top 10%

Poverty Rate 4.2% 66% lower than national

Median Home Value $629,400 top 10%

How Johns Creek 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	82,115	81,988	-0.2%
Median household income	$160,185	$160,093	-0.1%
Median home value	$583,700	$629,400	+7.8%

How Johns Creek Compares

Median Household Income

Johns Creek

$160,093

$77,353

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Johns Creek

$629,400

$303,300

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 5.1%

$25K-$50K 7.8%

$50K-$100K 17.1%

$100K+ 70.0%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.2%

$10K-$15K

0.8%

$15K-$20K

1.0%

$20K-$25K

1.1%

$25K-$30K

1.6%

$30K-$35K

1.6%

$35K-$40K

1.5%

$40K-$45K

1.9%

$45K-$50K

1.2%

$50K-$60K

4.5%

$60K-$75K

4.1%

$75K-$100K

8.5%

$100K-$125K

8.6%

$125K-$150K

6.8%

$150K-$200K

18.2%

$200K+

36.4%

Employment

4.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%

65.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 80.4%

Renter 19.6%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.9x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,257/mo 16.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.0%

18-34

13.3%

35-54

31.5%

55-74

24.3%

75+

4.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Johns Creek Rankings in Georgia

#11 Population of 669

#8 Median Income of 611

#13 Education of 669

#9 Home Value of 607

Explore Georgia Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

Other Cities in Fulton County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Atlanta	505,268	$85,652	16.9%	$439,600
South Fulton	110,471	$82,324	9.1%	$309,800
Sandy Springs	107,087	$104,340	8.5%	$619,800
Roswell	92,621	$128,654	7.5%	$567,100
Alpharetta	66,855	$147,612	5.6%	$649,000
Milton	41,546	$171,295	4.3%	$789,000
East Point	38,335	$68,598	19.9%	$281,600
Union City	27,728	$49,549	14.2%	$245,600
Fairburn	16,831	$91,897	17.5%	$271,800
College Park	14,712	$51,635	20.7%	$325,800

Cities Similar to Johns Creek

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Roswell	92,621	$128,654	$567,100	66.0%	7.5%
Alpharetta	66,855	$147,612	$649,000	70.7%	5.6%
Mableton	77,678	$77,980	$313,100	38.7%	13.5%
Warner Robins	82,990	$66,970	$185,700	31.1%	14.2%
Sandy Springs	107,087	$104,340	$619,800	69.2%	8.5%

Population Overview

Johns Creek is a mid-sized community located in Georgia, within Fulton County. The total population is 81,988. It ranks as the 11th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Johns Creek is 43.3 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Johns Creek is $160,093. This is 107% higher than the state median of $77,353. It is also 98% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 4.2%. This is 68% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 4.1%. This is 20% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $629,400. Housing costs are 108% higher than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 80.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 65.7%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Johns Creek is White (non-Hispanic), making up 46.6% of the population. Asian residents account for 29.4%. The Black or African American population (10.4%) is well below the state average of 30.7%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (29.4% vs 4.5%).

Education

72.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Johns Creek in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 108% higher 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 95.3%. Notably, 32.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Johns Creek, 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 Johns Creek, Georgia?

Johns Creek, Georgia has a population of 81,988 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Johns Creek, GA?

The median household income in Johns Creek is $160,093, which is 98% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Johns Creek, GA?

The poverty rate in Johns Creek is 4.2%. This means approximately 3,447 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Johns Creek, Georgia?

Johns Creek's population is 46.6% White, 10.4% Black, 6.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 29.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Johns Creek, GA?

The median home value in Johns Creek is $629,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

How educated is Johns Creek, Georgia?

72.7% of adults (25+) in Johns Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 32.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.