Talbotton, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Talbotton, Georgia had a total population of 665, the 458th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $21,635, which is 72% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 48.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 72% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (48.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 3.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Talbotton Quick Facts
How Talbotton 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 | 790 | 665 | -15.8% |
How Talbotton 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Talbotton Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Talbot County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junction City | 353 | N/A | 11.3% | N/A |
| Woodland | 272 | $40,000 | 8.7% | $97,500 |
| Box Springs | 228 | N/A | 35.5% | N/A |
| Geneva | 101 | $113,438 | 4.0% | $221,900 |
Cities Similar to Talbotton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sky Valley | 647 | N/A | $376,600 | 62.1% | 30.3% |
| Piney Grove | 576 | N/A | N/A | 16.1% | 5.4% |
| Jekyll Island | 769 | N/A | $590,000 | 80.4% | 0.0% |
| Argyle | 573 | N/A | $68,100 | 1.3% | 70.5% |
| Glenwood | 745 | $23,750 | $104,500 | 5.8% | 10.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 665, Talbotton'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
Talbotton is a small community located in Georgia, within Talbot County. The total population is 665. It ranks as the 458th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Talbotton is 44.1 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 37.6 years. 12.3% 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 Talbotton is $21,635. This is 72% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 73% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 48.3%. This is 260% 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 17% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. 72.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Talbotton is Black or African American, making up 73.7% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 18.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (18.4%) is well below the state average of 49.1%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (73.7% vs 30.7%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.
Education
3.8% 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 89% 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 58.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Talbotton, 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 Talbotton, Georgia?
Talbotton, Georgia has a population of 665 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Talbotton, GA?
The median household income in Talbotton is $21,635, which is 73% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Talbotton, GA?
The poverty rate in Talbotton is 48.3%. This means approximately 307 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Talbotton, Georgia?
Talbotton's population is 18.4% White, 73.7% Black, 0.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Talbotton, GA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Talbotton — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Talbotton, Georgia?
3.8% of adults (25+) in Talbotton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.