Mitchell town, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Mitchell town, Georgia Demographics
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As of 2026, Mitchell town, Georgia has a total population of 189, the 605th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $48,571, which is 35% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.7%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 35% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.9%.

Mitchell town Quick Facts

Population 189

Median Household Income $48,571

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 12.7%

Unemployment Rate 0.9%

Median Age 43.3 years

Homeownership Rate 98.5%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 25.7%

High School Graduation Rate 91.2%

Diversity Index 26/100

Population 189 605th of 670

Median Income $48,571 average

Poverty Rate 12.7% 2% higher national

Median Home Value N/A

How Mitchell town Compares

Median Household Income

Mitchell town

$48,571

$74,664

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$272,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.2%

$25K-$50K 39.7%

$50K-$100K 25.0%

$100K+ 19.1%

Employment

0.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

70.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 98.5%

Renter 1.5%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

11.1%

18-34

28.0%

35-54

23.3%

55-74

28.0%

75+

9.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 64 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Mitchell town Rankings in Georgia

#605 Population of 670

#369 Median Income of 670

#194 Education of 670

N/A Home Value of 670

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Cities Similar to Mitchell town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Jakin city	189	$51,346	$203,100	12.0%	19.1%
Register town	181	$49,688	$156,300	13.0%	5.5%
Calvary CDP	184	$51,531	N/A	56.6%	0.5%
Lone Oak town	176	N/A	N/A	12.0%	36.4%
Dewy Rose CDP	205	$49,531	N/A	0.0%	18.1%

Population Overview

Mitchell town is a small community located in Georgia. The total population is 189. It ranks as the 605th most populous out of 670 cities and towns in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Mitchell town is 43.3 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. Only 11.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Mitchell town is $48,571. This is 35% lower than the state median of $74,664. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 38% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.7%. This is 6% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.5%. The unemployment rate is 0.9%. This is 83% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. 98.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 51% higher than the state average of 65.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Mitchell town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.2% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 9.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (85.2% vs 49.8%). The Black or African American population (9.5%) is well below the state average of 31.0%.

Education

25.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% lower than the state rate of 34.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Mitchell town, Georgia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Georgia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 670 Census-designated places in Georgia. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Mitchell town, Georgia?

Mitchell town, Georgia has a population of 189 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Mitchell town, GA?

The median household income in Mitchell town is $48,571, which is 38% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Mitchell town, GA?

The poverty rate in Mitchell town is 12.7%. This means approximately 24 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Mitchell town, Georgia?

Mitchell town's population is 85.2% White, 9.5% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Mitchell town, GA?

The median home value in Mitchell town is N/A.

How educated is Mitchell town, Georgia?

25.7% of adults (25+) in Mitchell town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.