Schley County, Georgia Demographics 2026
Schley County, Georgia has a population of 4,513, the 152nd most populous county in Georgia. The median household income is $56,875 and the median home value is $143,900. The poverty rate is 13.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Schley County Quick Facts
How Schley County 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 | 4,539 | 4,513 | -0.6% |
| Median household income | $59,647 | $56,875 | -4.6% |
| Median home value | $152,900 | $143,900 | -5.9% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Schley County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellaville | 1,668 | $46,964 | 16.9% | $160,500 |
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Population Overview
Schley County is located in Georgia with a total population of 4,513. It is the 152nd most populous county out of 159 in Georgia. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.
Age Demographics
The median age in Schley County is 41.5 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Schley County is $56,875. This is 26% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.9%. This is 4% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 7.6%. This is 48% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $143,900. Housing costs are 53% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Schley County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Schley County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 14.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (82.6% vs 49.1%). The Black or African American population (14.6%) is well below the state average of 30.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.
Education
22.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 86.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Schley County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Georgia and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Schley County, Georgia?
Schley County has a population of 4,513, making it the 152nd most populous county in Georgia.
What is the median income in Schley County?
The median household income in Schley County is $56,875 with a poverty rate of 13.9%.
How many cities are in Schley County, Georgia?
Schley County contains 1 Census-designated place.