St. Simons, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: St. Simons, Georgia Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, St. Simons, Georgia had a total population of 16,228, the 78th largest community in Georgia, with a median household income of $108,771, which is 41% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.5%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 41% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Georgia.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.5% — among the lowest in Georgia.
57.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Georgia.

St. Simons Quick Facts

Population 16,228

Median Household Income $108,771

Median Home Value $555,600

Poverty Rate 4.5%

Unemployment Rate 2.8%

Median Age 59.1 years

Homeownership Rate 85.9%

Affordability Ratio 5.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 57.0%

High School Graduation Rate 96.0%

Diversity Index 15/100

Population 16,228 78th of 669

Median Income $108,771 top 10%

Poverty Rate 4.5% 64% lower than national

Median Home Value $555,600 top 10%

How St. Simons 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	16,026	16,228	+1.3%
Median household income	$105,944	$108,771	+2.7%
Median home value	$484,100	$555,600	+14.8%

How St. Simons Compares

Median Household Income

St. Simons

$108,771

$77,353

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

St. Simons

$555,600

$303,300

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.5%

$25K-$50K 11.8%

$50K-$100K 24.8%

$100K+ 54.9%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

3.8%

$10K-$15K

1.1%

$15K-$20K

1.0%

$20K-$25K

2.6%

$25K-$30K

1.9%

$30K-$35K

3.0%

$35K-$40K

2.4%

$40K-$45K

1.6%

$45K-$50K

2.9%

$50K-$60K

5.0%

$60K-$75K

8.9%

$75K-$100K

10.9%

$100K-$125K

12.8%

$125K-$150K

7.1%

$150K-$200K

14.3%

$200K+

20.8%

Employment

2.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%

51.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 85.9%

Renter 14.1%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.1x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,799/mo 19.8% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

13.9%

18-34

12.0%

35-54

18.9%

55-74

40.2%

75+

15.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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+)

St. Simons Rankings in Georgia

#78 Population of 669

#45 Median Income of 611

#34 Education of 669

#20 Home Value of 607

Explore Georgia Rankings

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Other Cities in Glynn County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Brunswick	15,307	$40,288	30.9%	$155,900
Country Club Estates	8,780	$52,500	29.7%	$168,800
Dock Junction	8,147	$41,258	27.0%	$143,700
Sterling	2,091	$86,103	15.4%	N/A
Jekyll Island	769	N/A	0.0%	$590,000
Everett	67	N/A	0.0%	N/A

Cities Similar to St. Simons

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Jefferson	14,990	$109,828	$377,300	34.9%	5.6%
Braselton	15,178	$120,984	$459,400	44.6%	6.2%
Fairburn	16,831	$91,897	$271,800	38.5%	17.5%
Powder Springs	18,009	$105,070	$332,900	41.0%	14.6%
North Druid Hills	17,997	$102,742	$515,900	75.0%	11.1%

Population Overview

St. Simons is a small city located in Georgia, within Glynn County. The total population is 16,228. It ranks as the 78th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in St. Simons is 59.1 years. This is 57% higher than the state median of 37.6 years. Only 13.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 15.0% 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 St. Simons is $108,771. This is 41% higher than the state median of $77,353. It is also 35% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 4.5%. This is 66% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $555,600. Housing costs are 83% higher than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 85.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 65.7%.

Race & Ethnicity

St. Simons has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (92.1% vs 49.1%). The Black or African American population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 30.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.2%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Asian population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.

Education

57.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places St. Simons in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 63% 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 96.0%. Notably, 22.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for St. Simons, 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 St. Simons, Georgia?

St. Simons, Georgia has a population of 16,228 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in St. Simons, GA?

The median household income in St. Simons is $108,771, which is 35% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in St. Simons, GA?

The poverty rate in St. Simons is 4.5%. This means approximately 721 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of St. Simons, Georgia?

St. Simons's population is 92.1% White, 1.1% Black, 3.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in St. Simons, GA?

The median home value in St. Simons is $555,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x.

How educated is St. Simons, Georgia?

57.0% of adults (25+) in St. Simons hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 22.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.