Mitchell County, Georgia Demographics 2026
Mitchell County, Georgia has a population of 21,058, the 85th most populous county in Georgia. The median household income is $57,613 and the median home value is $106,000. The poverty rate is 23.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Mitchell County Quick Facts
How Mitchell 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 | 21,441 | 21,058 | -1.8% |
| Median household income | $51,908 | $57,613 | +11.0% |
| Median home value | $105,500 | $106,000 | +0.5% |
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 Mitchell County
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Population Overview
Mitchell County is located in Georgia with a total population of 21,058. It is the 85th most populous county out of 159 in Georgia. The county encompasses 4 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mitchell County is 40.3 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mitchell County is $57,613. This is 26% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 23.4%. This is 75% 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 5.9%. This is 16% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $106,000. Housing costs are 65% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Mitchell County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 65.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Mitchell County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 45.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 45.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.2%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Asian population (0.0%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.
Education
14.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 59% 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 82.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Mitchell 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 Mitchell County, Georgia?
Mitchell County has a population of 21,058, making it the 85th most populous county in Georgia.
What is the median income in Mitchell County?
The median household income in Mitchell County is $57,613 with a poverty rate of 23.4%.
How many cities are in Mitchell County, Georgia?
Mitchell County contains 4 Census-designated places.