Social Circle, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Social Circle, Georgia had a total population of 5,217, the 166th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $88,591, which is 15% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Social Circle Quick Facts
How Social Circle 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 | 5,113 | 5,217 | +2.0% |
| Median household income | $82,188 | $88,591 | +7.8% |
| Median home value | $244,400 | $307,300 | +25.7% |
How Social Circle Compares
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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Social Circle Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Newton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covington | 14,584 | $58,810 | 20.4% | $301,900 |
| Oxford | 1,770 | $56,563 | 12.1% | $208,000 |
| Porterdale | 1,466 | $49,773 | 25.7% | $199,000 |
| Newborn | 653 | $65,278 | 7.8% | $233,300 |
| Mansfield | 380 | $66,000 | 7.1% | $211,300 |
Cities Similar to Social Circle
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hiram | 5,231 | $85,119 | $303,200 | 40.5% | 12.0% |
| Montgomery | 4,976 | $90,843 | $387,700 | 43.9% | 12.0% |
| Adairsville | 4,999 | $103,449 | $252,300 | 26.8% | 6.1% |
| Palmetto | 4,797 | $80,982 | $228,800 | 15.5% | 9.4% |
| Temple | 5,901 | $91,180 | $232,800 | 17.0% | 2.6% |
Population Overview
Social Circle is a small city located in Georgia, within Newton County. The total population is 5,217. It ranks as the 166th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Social Circle is 37.9 years. This is about the same as the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Social Circle is $88,591. This is 15% higher than the state median of $77,353. It is also 10% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.8%. This is 50% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 6.6%. This is 29% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $307,300. Housing costs are 1% higher than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 80.1% 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 Social Circle is White (non-Hispanic), making up 56.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 36.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.5%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.
Education
24.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% 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 92.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Social Circle, 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 Social Circle, Georgia?
Social Circle, Georgia has a population of 5,217 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Social Circle, GA?
The median household income in Social Circle is $88,591, which is 10% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Social Circle, GA?
The poverty rate in Social Circle is 6.8%. This means approximately 348 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Social Circle, Georgia?
Social Circle's population is 56.2% White, 36.2% Black, 3.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Social Circle, GA?
The median home value in Social Circle is $307,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
How educated is Social Circle, Georgia?
24.7% of adults (25+) in Social Circle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.