Richmond Hill, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Richmond Hill, Georgia Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Richmond Hill, Georgia had a total population of 18,181, the 68th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $92,824, which is 20% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.8%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Richmond Hill Quick Facts

Population 18,181

Median Household Income $92,824

Median Home Value $313,400

Poverty Rate 8.8%

Unemployment Rate 5.8%

Median Age 31.1 years

Homeownership Rate 62.6%

Affordability Ratio 3.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 36.8%

High School Graduation Rate 93.7%

Diversity Index 57/100

Population 18,181 68th of 669

Median Income $92,824 top 20%

Poverty Rate 8.8% 29% lower than national

Median Home Value $313,400 top 20%

How Richmond Hill 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	17,408	18,181	+4.4%
Median household income	$89,910	$92,824	+3.2%
Median home value	$272,100	$313,400	+15.2%

How Richmond Hill Compares

Median Household Income

Richmond Hill

$92,824

$77,353

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Richmond Hill

$313,400

$303,300

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.1%

$25K-$50K 7.6%

$50K-$100K 36.2%

$100K+ 43.1%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

4.9%

$10K-$15K

1.1%

$15K-$20K

2.7%

$20K-$25K

4.4%

$25K-$30K

2.1%

$30K-$35K

0.8%

$35K-$40K

1.7%

$40K-$45K

1.9%

$45K-$50K

1.1%

$50K-$60K

1.6%

$60K-$75K

12.4%

$75K-$100K

22.2%

$100K-$125K

12.3%

$125K-$150K

11.6%

$150K-$200K

11.1%

$200K+

8.1%

Employment

5.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%

77.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 62.6%

Renter 37.4%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.4x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,781/mo 23.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

33.6%

18-34

23.1%

35-54

30.8%

55-74

9.4%

75+

3.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

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

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Richmond Hill Rankings in Georgia

#68 Population of 669

#81 Median Income of 611

#112 Education of 669

#114 Home Value of 607

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Other Cities in Bryan County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Buckhead	4,702	$144,864	0.6%	$466,100
Pembroke	2,693	$72,705	14.5%	$200,800

Cities Similar to Richmond Hill

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Villa Rica	18,551	$87,803	$274,200	28.4%	11.8%
North Druid Hills	17,997	$102,742	$515,900	75.0%	11.1%
Powder Springs	18,009	$105,070	$332,900	41.0%	14.6%
Fairburn	16,831	$91,897	$271,800	38.5%	17.5%
North Decatur	18,442	$110,871	$474,600	74.0%	9.7%

Population Overview

Richmond Hill is a small city located in Georgia, within Bryan County. The total population is 18,181. It ranks as the 68th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Richmond Hill is 31.1 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 37.6 years. With 33.6% of the population under 18, Richmond Hill has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Richmond Hill is $92,824. This is 20% higher than the state median of $77,353. It is also 15% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.8%. This is 34% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 5.8%. This is 13% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $313,400. Housing costs are 3% higher than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 62.6% 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 Richmond Hill is White (non-Hispanic), making up 62.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.6%. The Black or African American population (13.9%) is well below the state average of 30.7%.

Education

36.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% higher 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 93.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

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

Richmond Hill, Georgia has a population of 18,181 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Richmond Hill is $92,824, which is 15% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Richmond Hill, GA?

The poverty rate in Richmond Hill is 8.8%. This means approximately 1,598 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Richmond Hill, Georgia?

Richmond Hill's population is 62.2% White, 13.9% Black, 14.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.7% Asian.

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

The median home value in Richmond Hill is $313,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

How educated is Richmond Hill, Georgia?

36.8% of adults (25+) in Richmond Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.