Menlo, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Menlo, Georgia had a total population of 620, the 471st largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $72,250, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
- Unemployment rate of 8.2% is notably above the national average.
Menlo Quick Facts
How Menlo 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 | 605 | 620 | +2.5% |
| Median household income | $70,625 | $72,250 | +2.3% |
How Menlo 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+)
Menlo Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Chattooga County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summerville | 4,408 | $32,662 | 25.5% | $99,000 |
| Trion | 2,033 | $48,750 | 26.5% | $127,700 |
| Lyerly | 525 | $47,750 | 9.9% | $114,600 |
Cities Similar to Menlo
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sky Valley | 647 | N/A | $376,600 | 62.1% | 30.3% |
| Waverly Hall | 650 | $75,313 | $158,700 | 17.9% | 18.9% |
| Piney Grove | 576 | N/A | N/A | 16.1% | 5.4% |
| Argyle | 573 | N/A | $68,100 | 1.3% | 70.5% |
| Newborn | 653 | $65,278 | $233,300 | 17.6% | 7.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 620, Menlo'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
Menlo is a small community located in Georgia, within Chattooga County. The total population is 620. It ranks as the 471st most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Menlo is 37.2 years. This is 1% lower than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Menlo is $72,250. This is 7% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 11% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.5%. This is 8% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 8.2%. This is 60% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $144,900. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Menlo is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 44.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% lower than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Menlo has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.7% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 5.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (87.7% vs 49.1%). The Black or African American population (5.0%) is well below the state average of 30.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.
Education
30.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 13% 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 87.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Menlo, 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 Menlo, Georgia?
Menlo, Georgia has a population of 620 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Menlo, GA?
The median household income in Menlo is $72,250, which is 11% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Menlo, GA?
The poverty rate in Menlo is 14.5%. This means approximately 90 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Menlo, Georgia?
Menlo's population is 87.7% White, 5.0% Black, 0.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Menlo, GA?
The median home value in Menlo is $144,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Menlo, Georgia?
30.4% of adults (25+) in Menlo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.