Stockton, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Stockton, Georgia had a total population of 185, the 603rd largest community in Georgia, with a median household income of $92,969, which is 20% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 1.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Stockton Quick Facts
How Stockton 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 | 185 | 185 | +0.0% |
| Median household income | $91,359 | $92,969 | +1.8% |
How Stockton 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+)
Stockton Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Lanier County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland | 2,968 | $31,147 | 44.1% | $148,600 |
Cities Similar to Stockton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vidette | 181 | N/A | N/A | 6.1% | 42.0% |
| Rockingham | 171 | N/A | N/A | 32.2% | 12.3% |
| Calvary | 205 | N/A | N/A | 64.5% | 1.0% |
| Bellville | 171 | $98,295 | $161,600 | 63.4% | 4.1% |
| Summertown | 210 | N/A | $80,000 | 15.1% | 33.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 185, Stockton's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Stockton is a small community located in Georgia, within Lanier County. The total population is 185. It ranks as the 603rd most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Stockton is 44.3 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 37.6 years. Only 5.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 22.7% 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 Stockton is $92,969. This is 20% higher than the state median of $77,353. It is also 15% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Stockton. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Stockton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 97.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 48% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Stockton is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Asian residents account for 32.4%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (32.4% vs 4.5%).
Education
1.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 96% 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 96.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Stockton, 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 Stockton, Georgia?
Stockton, Georgia has a population of 185 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Stockton, GA?
The median household income in Stockton is $92,969, which is 15% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Stockton, GA?
The ACS sample for Stockton recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Stockton, Georgia?
Stockton's population is 39.5% White, 22.7% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 32.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Stockton, GA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Stockton — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Stockton, Georgia?
1.2% of adults (25+) in Stockton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.