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
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.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,117 | 9,156 | +0.4% |
| Median household income | $49,559 | $49,495 | -0.1% |
| Median home value | $111,600 | $121,900 | +9.2% |
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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Seminole County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donalsonville | 2,831 | $43,477 | 28.6% | $109,900 |
| Iron City | 371 | $44,097 | 19.6% | $95,000 |
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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.