Mineral Bluff, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mineral Bluff, Georgia had a total population of 294, the 564th largest community in Georgia. The poverty rate is 24.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Mineral Bluff Quick Facts
How Mineral Bluff 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 | 332 | 294 | -11.4% |
| Median home value | $109,400 | $97,600 | -10.8% |
How Mineral Bluff 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+)
Mineral Bluff Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Fannin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epworth | 1,994 | $67,176 | 40.6% | $139,500 |
| McCaysville | 1,392 | $52,593 | 16.2% | $121,900 |
| Blue Ridge | 1,323 | $44,773 | 20.4% | $348,200 |
| Morganton | 241 | $70,625 | 13.7% | $263,800 |
Cities Similar to Mineral Bluff
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naylor | 293 | $80,811 | $215,000 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Higgston | 292 | $42,500 | $96,300 | 16.3% | 18.5% |
| Keysville | 297 | N/A | $49,400 | 9.2% | 10.4% |
| Lone Oak | 297 | N/A | N/A | 7.2% | 55.2% |
| Tallulah Falls | 288 | $94,821 | $404,500 | 54.8% | 4.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 294, Mineral Bluff'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
Mineral Bluff is a small community located in Georgia, within Fannin County. The total population is 294. It ranks as the 564th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mineral Bluff is 24.0 years. This is 36% lower than the state median of 37.6 years. Only 6.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 24.5%. This is 83% 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 3.7%. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $97,600. Housing costs are 68% lower than the state median of $303,300. 45.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% lower than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mineral Bluff has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.3% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (97.3% vs 49.1%).
Education
0.0% 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. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mineral Bluff, 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 Mineral Bluff, Georgia?
Mineral Bluff, Georgia has a population of 294 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mineral Bluff, GA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Mineral Bluff — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mineral Bluff, GA?
The poverty rate in Mineral Bluff is 24.5%. This means approximately 72 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mineral Bluff, Georgia?
Mineral Bluff's population is 97.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mineral Bluff, GA?
The median home value in Mineral Bluff is $97,600.
How educated is Mineral Bluff, Georgia?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Mineral Bluff hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.