Portal, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Portal, Georgia had a total population of 646, the 464th largest town in Georgia, with a median household income of $62,083, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.3%.
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 1.4x.
Portal Quick Facts
How Portal 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 | 653 | 646 | -1.1% |
| Median household income | $62,750 | $62,083 | -1.1% |
| Median home value | $76,700 | $85,000 | +10.8% |
How Portal 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Portal Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Bulloch County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Statesboro | 34,149 | $44,737 | 36.0% | $197,900 |
| Brooklet | 2,288 | $77,125 | 18.5% | $256,400 |
| Register | 195 | $57,000 | 6.2% | $213,200 |
Cities Similar to Portal
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sky Valley | 647 | N/A | $376,600 | 62.1% | 30.3% |
| Ephesus | 642 | $61,250 | $150,600 | 11.6% | 19.5% |
| Newborn | 653 | $65,278 | $233,300 | 17.6% | 7.8% |
| Poulan | 681 | $58,333 | $80,900 | 11.0% | 20.9% |
| Bethlehem | 707 | $61,875 | $263,500 | 16.6% | 9.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 646, Portal'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
Portal is a small community located in Georgia, within Bulloch County. The total population is 646. It ranks as the 464th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Portal is 38.8 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Portal is $62,083. This is 20% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 12% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $85,000. Housing costs are 72% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Portal is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 62.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Portal is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 18.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (74.2% vs 49.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.
Education
14.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% 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 73.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Portal, 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 Portal, Georgia?
Portal, Georgia has a population of 646 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Portal, GA?
The median household income in Portal is $62,083, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Portal, GA?
The poverty rate in Portal is 11.3%. This means approximately 73 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Portal, Georgia?
Portal's population is 74.2% White, 18.6% Black, 3.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Portal, GA?
The median home value in Portal is $85,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Portal, Georgia?
14.6% of adults (25+) in Portal hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.