Resaca town, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Resaca town, Georgia Demographics
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As of 2026, Resaca town, Georgia has a total population of 1,247, the 351st largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $54,750, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.9%.

Key Takeaways

Only 4.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.9%.

Resaca town Quick Facts

Population 1,247

Median Household Income $54,750

Median Home Value $152,200

Poverty Rate 6.9%

Unemployment Rate 0.9%

Median Age 41.4 years

Homeownership Rate 71.0%

Affordability Ratio 2.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 4.9%

High School Graduation Rate 72.2%

Diversity Index 54/100

Population 1,247 351st of 670

Median Income $54,750 average

Poverty Rate 6.9% 45% lower national

Median Home Value $152,200 average

How Resaca town Compares

Median Household Income

Resaca town

$54,750

$74,664

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Resaca town

$152,200

$272,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 19.3%

$25K-$50K 15.1%

$50K-$100K 52.5%

$100K+ 13.0%

Employment

0.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

34.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 71.0%

Renter 29.0%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.3%

18-34

21.9%

35-54

27.5%

55-74

22.5%

75+

7.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 64 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Resaca town Rankings in Georgia

#351 Population of 670

#311 Median Income of 670

#600 Education of 670

#334 Home Value of 670

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Cities Similar to Resaca town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
West Brow CDP	1,243	N/A	$274,500	22.9%	3.7%
Darien city	1,260	$56,746	$143,700	33.5%	9.7%
Alto town	1,187	$54,479	$132,900	13.4%	9.3%
Fairmount city	1,218	$62,222	$113,300	11.1%	17.5%
Baconton city	1,134	$56,488	$86,100	3.5%	16.0%

Population Overview

Resaca town is a small community located in Georgia. The total population is 1,247. It ranks as the 351st most populous out of 670 cities and towns in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Resaca town is 41.4 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 37.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Resaca town is $54,750. This is 27% lower than the state median of $74,664. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 30% lower. The poverty rate stands at 6.9%. This is 49% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.5%. The unemployment rate is 0.9%. This is 83% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $152,200. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $272,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Resaca town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 65.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Resaca town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 60.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 28.7%. The Black or African American population (8.3%) is well below the state average of 31.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (28.7% vs 10.7%).

Education

4.9% 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. This is 86% lower than the state rate of 34.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 72.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Resaca town, Georgia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Georgia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 670 Census-designated places in Georgia. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Resaca town, Georgia?

Resaca town, Georgia has a population of 1,247 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Resaca town, GA?

The median household income in Resaca town is $54,750, which is 30% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Resaca town, GA?

The poverty rate in Resaca town is 6.9%. This means approximately 66 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Resaca town, Georgia?

Resaca town's population is 60.8% White, 8.3% Black, 28.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Resaca town, GA?

The median home value in Resaca town is $152,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Resaca town, Georgia?

4.9% of adults (25+) in Resaca town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.