Odum, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Odum, Georgia had a total population of 453, the 512th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $60,795, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.4%.
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 1.5x.
Odum Quick Facts
How Odum 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 | 384 | 453 | +18.0% |
| Median household income | $54,519 | $60,795 | +11.5% |
| Median home value | $96,400 | $90,000 | -6.6% |
How Odum 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+)
Odum Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Wayne County
Cities Similar to Odum
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whigham | 449 | $64,000 | $150,000 | 21.9% | 4.1% |
| Warm Springs | 463 | $58,750 | $180,000 | 13.9% | 22.4% |
| Toomsboro | 467 | $64,375 | $66,500 | 5.9% | 28.7% |
| Yatesville | 435 | $64,783 | $156,600 | 12.9% | 8.5% |
| Sumner | 439 | $55,250 | $87,700 | 3.8% | 12.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 453, Odum'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
Odum is a small community located in Georgia, within Wayne County. The total population is 453. It ranks as the 512th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Odum is 37.2 years. This is 1% lower than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Odum is $60,795. This is 21% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.4%. This is 37% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Odum, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $90,000. Housing costs are 70% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Odum is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Odum has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.6% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 6.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (87.6% vs 49.1%). The Black or African American population (6.6%) is well below the state average of 30.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.6%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.
Education
11.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 66% 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 85.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Odum, 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 Odum, Georgia?
Odum, Georgia has a population of 453 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Odum, GA?
The median household income in Odum is $60,795, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Odum, GA?
The poverty rate in Odum is 8.4%. This means approximately 38 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Odum, Georgia?
Odum's population is 87.6% White, 6.6% Black, 4.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Odum, GA?
The median home value in Odum is $90,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Odum, Georgia?
11.8% of adults (25+) in Odum hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.