Sumter County, Georgia Demographics 2026
Sumter County, Georgia has a population of 29,061, the 65th most populous county in Georgia. The median household income is $42,653 and the median home value is $120,200. The poverty rate is 23.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Sumter County Quick Facts
How Sumter 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 | 29,174 | 29,061 | -0.4% |
| Median household income | $41,877 | $42,653 | +1.9% |
| Median home value | $122,300 | $120,200 | -1.7% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Sumter County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Americus | 15,813 | $39,176 | 32.7% | $107,500 |
| Plains | 750 | $38,294 | 16.2% | $254,900 |
| Leslie | 510 | $55,598 | 33.3% | $88,300 |
| Andersonville | 231 | $29,107 | 24.0% | N/A |
| De Soto | 99 | $30,972 | 32.3% | $62,900 |
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Population Overview
Sumter County is located in Georgia with a total population of 29,061. It is the 65th most populous county out of 159 in Georgia. The county encompasses 5 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sumter County 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 Sumter County is $42,653. This is 45% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 47% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 23.8%. This is 77% 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 4.7%. This is 8% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $120,200. Housing costs are 60% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Sumter County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 56.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% lower than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Sumter County is Black or African American, making up 49.8% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 38.5%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (49.8% vs 30.7%). The Asian population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.
Education
21.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% 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 84.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Sumter 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 Sumter County, Georgia?
Sumter County has a population of 29,061, making it the 65th most populous county in Georgia.
What is the median income in Sumter County?
The median household income in Sumter County is $42,653 with a poverty rate of 23.8%.
How many cities are in Sumter County, Georgia?
Sumter County contains 5 Census-designated places.