Phillipsburg, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Phillipsburg, Georgia had a total population of 193, the 601st largest community in Georgia, with a median household income of $22,120, which is 71% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 21.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 71% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Phillipsburg Quick Facts
How Phillipsburg 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 | 507 | 193 | -61.9% |
| Median household income | $23,438 | $22,120 | -5.6% |
How Phillipsburg 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+)
Phillipsburg Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Tift County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tifton | 17,210 | $45,298 | 23.5% | $196,200 |
| Unionville | 2,000 | $53,351 | 31.8% | $48,500 |
| Ty Ty | 689 | $35,625 | 22.8% | $74,000 |
Cities Similar to Phillipsburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calvary | 205 | N/A | N/A | 64.5% | 1.0% |
| Vidette | 181 | N/A | N/A | 6.1% | 42.0% |
| Summertown | 210 | N/A | $80,000 | 15.1% | 33.8% |
| Du Pont | 197 | $26,384 | $43,300 | 19.8% | 52.3% |
| Rockingham | 171 | N/A | N/A | 32.2% | 12.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 193, Phillipsburg'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
Phillipsburg is a small community located in Georgia, within Tift County. The total population is 193. It ranks as the 601st most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Phillipsburg is 42.2 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 37.6 years. Only 7.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Phillipsburg is $22,120. This is 71% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 73% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.8%. This is 63% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Phillipsburg, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 10.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 84% lower than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Phillipsburg was recorded as Black or African American. A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
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. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 42.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Phillipsburg, 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 Phillipsburg, Georgia?
Phillipsburg, Georgia has a population of 193 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Phillipsburg, GA?
The median household income in Phillipsburg is $22,120, which is 73% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Phillipsburg, GA?
The poverty rate in Phillipsburg is 21.8%. This means approximately 42 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Phillipsburg, Georgia?
Phillipsburg's population is 0.0% White, 100.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Phillipsburg, GA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Phillipsburg — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Phillipsburg, Georgia?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Phillipsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.