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Seminole County, Georgia Demographics 2026

Seminole County, Georgia has a population of 9,156, the 129th most populous county in Georgia. The median household income is $49,495 and the median home value is $121,900. The poverty rate is 20.1%.

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

Seminole County Quick Facts

Population 9,156
Median Household Income $49,495
Median Home Value $121,900
Poverty Rate 20.1%
Unemployment Rate 6.0%
Median Age 46.0 years
Homeownership Rate 80.2%
Affordability Ratio 2.5x
Bachelor's Degree+ 13.4%
High School Graduation 88.2%
Cities/Places 2
Population 9,156 129th of 159
Median Income $49,495 36% lower than state
Poverty Rate 20.1%
Unemployment 6.0%

How Seminole County Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population9,1179,156+0.4%
Median household income$49,559$49,495-0.1%
Median home value$111,600$121,900+9.2%

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 29.2%
$25K-$50K 21.6%
$50K-$100K 22.2%
$100K+ 27.1%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
10.8%
$10K-$15K
7.3%
$15K-$20K
5.5%
$20K-$25K
5.5%
$25K-$30K
3.0%
$30K-$35K
5.0%
$35K-$40K
3.7%
$40K-$45K
5.2%
$45K-$50K
4.7%
$50K-$60K
7.3%
$60K-$75K
6.3%
$75K-$100K
8.6%
$100K-$125K
6.5%
$125K-$150K
7.2%
$150K-$200K
10.7%
$200K+
2.8%

Employment

6.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%
47.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 80.2%
Renter 19.8%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.5x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $879/mo 21.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

50out of 100
Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Cities & Places in Seminole County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Donalsonville2,831$43,47728.6%$109,900
Iron City371$44,09719.6%$95,000

Population Overview

Seminole County is located in Georgia with a total population of 9,156. It is the 129th most populous county out of 159 in Georgia. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Seminole County is 46.0 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 37.6 years. 10.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Seminole County is $49,495. This is 36% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 39% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 20.1%. This is 50% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 16% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $121,900. Housing costs are 60% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Seminole County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.2% 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 Seminole County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 61.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 33.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.1%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.

Education

13.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 62% 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 88.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All figures for Seminole 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 Seminole County, Georgia?

Seminole County has a population of 9,156, making it the 129th most populous county in Georgia.

What is the median income in Seminole County?

The median household income in Seminole County is $49,495 with a poverty rate of 20.1%.

How many cities are in Seminole County, Georgia?

Seminole County contains 2 Census-designated places.