Lone Oak, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lone Oak, Georgia had a total population of 297, the 562nd largest town in Georgia. The poverty rate is 55.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (55.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 7.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Lone Oak Quick Facts
How Lone Oak 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 | 176 | 297 | +68.8% |
How Lone Oak Compares
Median Household Income
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
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People & Demographics
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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+)
Lone Oak Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Meriwether County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester | 3,631 | $51,353 | 20.1% | $135,500 |
| Greenville | 1,326 | $49,773 | 25.6% | $179,200 |
| Luthersville | 1,000 | $74,167 | 13.2% | $209,200 |
| Woodbury | 820 | $54,375 | 18.9% | $109,100 |
| Warm Springs | 463 | $58,750 | 22.4% | $180,000 |
| Gay | 119 | $75,938 | 0.8% | $312,500 |
Cities Similar to Lone Oak
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keysville | 297 | N/A | $49,400 | 9.2% | 10.4% |
| Mineral Bluff | 294 | N/A | $97,600 | 0.0% | 24.5% |
| Naylor | 293 | $80,811 | $215,000 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Higgston | 292 | $42,500 | $96,300 | 16.3% | 18.5% |
| Empire | 306 | $43,438 | $121,900 | 13.6% | 27.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 297, Lone Oak'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
Lone Oak is a small community located in Georgia, within Meriwether County. The total population is 297. It ranks as the 562nd most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lone Oak is 31.4 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 37.6 years. With 45.5% of the population under 18, Lone Oak has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community. 13.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 55.2%. This is 312% 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 3.9%. This is 25% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. 97.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 48% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lone Oak has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.3% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (98.3% vs 49.1%). The Black or African American population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 30.7%.
Education
7.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 79% 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 65.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lone Oak, 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 Lone Oak, Georgia?
Lone Oak, Georgia has a population of 297 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lone Oak, GA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Lone Oak — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lone Oak, GA?
The poverty rate in Lone Oak is 55.2%. This means approximately 164 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lone Oak, Georgia?
Lone Oak's population is 98.3% White, 1.7% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lone Oak, GA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Lone Oak — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Lone Oak, Georgia?
7.2% of adults (25+) in Lone Oak hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.