Richmond Hill city, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Richmond Hill city, Georgia Demographics
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As of 2026, Richmond Hill city, Georgia has a total population of 17,408, the 72nd largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $89,910, which is 20% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.5%.

Richmond Hill city Quick Facts

Population 17,408

Median Household Income $89,910

Median Home Value $272,100

Poverty Rate 9.5%

Unemployment Rate 5.5%

Median Age 30.8 years

Homeownership Rate 60.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 35.9%

High School Graduation Rate 94.3%

Diversity Index 56/100

Population 17,408 72nd of 670

Median Income $89,910 top 20%

Poverty Rate 9.5% 24% lower national

Median Home Value $272,100 top 20%

How Richmond Hill city Compares

Median Household Income

Richmond Hill city

$89,910

$74,664

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Richmond Hill city

$272,100

$272,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.3%

$25K-$50K 8.5%

$50K-$100K 35.4%

$100K+ 42.9%

Employment

5.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

74.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 60.1%

Renter 39.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

34.0%

18-34

21.9%

35-54

30.2%

55-74

10.5%

75+

3.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

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

State average: 64 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Richmond Hill city Rankings in Georgia

#72 Population of 670

#77 Median Income of 670

#110 Education of 670

#119 Home Value of 670

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Cities Similar to Richmond Hill city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Powder Springs city	17,414	$96,961	$283,700	39.8%	11.7%
Villa Rica city	17,798	$86,052	$250,700	26.8%	8.8%
Fairburn city	16,609	$89,276	$249,200	42.5%	18.9%
North Druid Hills CDP	18,172	$95,612	$486,200	75.3%	12.9%
Norcross city	17,669	$75,068	$375,900	40.8%	13.3%

Population Overview

Richmond Hill city is a small city located in Georgia. The total population is 17,408. It ranks as the 72nd most populous out of 670 cities and towns in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Richmond Hill city is 30.8 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 37.4 years. With 34.0% of the population under 18, Richmond Hill city has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Richmond Hill city is $89,910. This is 20% higher than the state median of $74,664. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 14% higher. The poverty rate stands at 9.5%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.5%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 7% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $272,100. Housing costs are about average than the state median of $272,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 60.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 65.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Richmond Hill city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 63.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 13.9%. The Black or African American population (13.9%) is well below the state average of 31.0%.

Education

35.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% higher 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 94.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Richmond Hill city, 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 Richmond Hill city, Georgia?

Richmond Hill city, Georgia has a population of 17,408 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Richmond Hill city, GA?

The median household income in Richmond Hill city is $89,910, which is 14% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Richmond Hill city, GA?

The poverty rate in Richmond Hill city is 9.5%. This means approximately 1,641 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Richmond Hill city, Georgia?

Richmond Hill city's population is 63.0% White, 13.9% Black, 13.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Richmond Hill city, GA?

The median home value in Richmond Hill city is $272,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.

How educated is Richmond Hill city, Georgia?

35.9% of adults (25+) in Richmond Hill city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.