North Druid Hills, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: North Druid Hills, Georgia Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, North Druid Hills, Georgia had a total population of 17,997, the 71st largest community in Georgia, with a median household income of $102,742, which is 33% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 33% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Georgia.
75.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Georgia.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.5%.

North Druid Hills Quick Facts

Population 17,997

Median Household Income $102,742

Median Home Value $515,900

Poverty Rate 11.1%

Unemployment Rate 1.5%

Median Age 32.9 years

Homeownership Rate 41.6%

Affordability Ratio 5.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 75.0%

High School Graduation Rate 97.2%

Diversity Index 61/100

Population 17,997 71st of 669

Median Income $102,742 top 10%

Poverty Rate 11.1% 11% lower than national

Median Home Value $515,900 top 10%

How North Druid Hills 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	18,172	17,997	-1.0%
Median household income	$95,612	$102,742	+7.5%
Median home value	$486,200	$515,900	+6.1%

How North Druid Hills Compares

Median Household Income

North Druid Hills

$102,742

$77,353

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

North Druid Hills

$515,900

$303,300

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.2%

$25K-$50K 11.1%

$50K-$100K 26.9%

$100K+ 50.8%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

3.5%

$10K-$15K

1.8%

$15K-$20K

2.5%

$20K-$25K

3.4%

$25K-$30K

1.3%

$30K-$35K

2.4%

$35K-$40K

3.6%

$40K-$45K

2.4%

$45K-$50K

1.5%

$50K-$60K

5.4%

$60K-$75K

7.8%

$75K-$100K

13.8%

$100K-$125K

10.0%

$125K-$150K

7.0%

$150K-$200K

14.9%

$200K+

18.9%

Employment

1.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%

73.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 41.6%

Renter 58.4%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.0x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,874/mo 21.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.7%

18-34

37.3%

35-54

25.7%

55-74

13.5%

75+

6.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

North Druid Hills Rankings in Georgia

#71 Population of 669

#61 Median Income of 611

#9 Education of 669

#25 Home Value of 607

Explore Georgia Rankings

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Other Cities in DeKalb County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Stonecrest	60,501	$64,591	16.7%	$243,500
Brookhaven	57,855	$117,663	10.3%	$692,700
Dunwoody	51,758	$121,903	6.1%	$602,900
Tucker	37,123	$80,317	10.6%	$384,500
Redan	31,017	$65,227	11.4%	$233,900
Chamblee	30,895	$84,452	18.0%	$432,800
Decatur	24,518	$139,397	6.2%	$701,400
Candler-McAfee	20,905	$64,699	14.7%	$259,300
North Decatur	18,442	$110,871	9.7%	$474,600
Clarkston	14,557	$48,564	34.4%	$302,600

Cities Similar to North Druid Hills

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Powder Springs	18,009	$105,070	$332,900	41.0%	14.6%
Richmond Hill	18,181	$92,824	$313,400	36.8%	8.8%
North Decatur	18,442	$110,871	$474,600	74.0%	9.7%
Holly Springs	18,627	$113,992	$448,400	45.8%	3.9%
Villa Rica	18,551	$87,803	$274,200	28.4%	11.8%

Population Overview

North Druid Hills is a small city located in Georgia, within DeKalb County. The total population is 17,997. It ranks as the 71st most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in North Druid Hills is 32.9 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 37.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in North Druid Hills is $102,742. This is 33% higher than the state median of $77,353. It is also 27% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.1%. This is 17% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 1.5%. This is 70% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $515,900. Housing costs are 70% higher than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x. 41.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% lower than the state average of 65.7%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in North Druid Hills is White (non-Hispanic), making up 56.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 22.0%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (11.5% vs 4.5%).

Education

75.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places North Druid Hills in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 114% higher 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 97.2%. Notably, 40.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for North Druid Hills, 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 North Druid Hills, Georgia?

North Druid Hills, Georgia has a population of 17,997 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in North Druid Hills, GA?

The median household income in North Druid Hills is $102,742, which is 27% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in North Druid Hills, GA?

The poverty rate in North Druid Hills is 11.1%. This means approximately 1,979 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of North Druid Hills, Georgia?

North Druid Hills's population is 56.5% White, 22.0% Black, 6.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 11.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in North Druid Hills, GA?

The median home value in North Druid Hills is $515,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x.

How educated is North Druid Hills, Georgia?

75.0% of adults (25+) in North Druid Hills hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 40.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.