Macon County, Georgia Demographics 2026
Macon County, Georgia has a population of 11,864, the 115th most populous county in Georgia. The median household income is $41,031 and the median home value is $97,300. The poverty rate is 25.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Macon County Quick Facts
How Macon 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 | 11,953 | 11,864 | -0.7% |
| Median household income | $37,177 | $41,031 | +10.4% |
| Median home value | $87,000 | $97,300 | +11.8% |
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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Macon County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montezuma | 2,966 | $46,875 | 18.3% | $107,700 |
| Marshallville | 1,046 | $23,068 | 40.0% | $77,500 |
| Oglethorpe | 869 | $28,523 | 26.2% | $65,300 |
| Ideal | 718 | $26,500 | 49.9% | $48,900 |
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Population Overview
Macon County is located in Georgia with a total population of 11,864. It is the 115th most populous county out of 159 in Georgia. The county encompasses 4 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Macon County is 40.4 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Macon County is $41,031. This is 47% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 49% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 25.1%. This is 87% 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 7.2%. This is 40% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $97,300. Housing costs are 68% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Macon County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 65.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Macon County is Black or African American, making up 58.4% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 32.5%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (58.4% vs 30.7%). The Hispanic or Latino population (4.7%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Asian population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.
Education
11.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 69% 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 77.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Macon 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 Macon County, Georgia?
Macon County has a population of 11,864, making it the 115th most populous county in Georgia.
What is the median income in Macon County?
The median household income in Macon County is $41,031 with a poverty rate of 25.1%.
How many cities are in Macon County, Georgia?
Macon County contains 4 Census-designated places.