Toomsboro, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Toomsboro, Georgia had a total population of 467, the 506th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $64,375, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 28.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (28.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 5.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x.
Toomsboro Quick Facts
How Toomsboro 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 | 511 | 467 | -8.6% |
| Median household income | $61,719 | $64,375 | +4.3% |
| Median home value | $67,400 | $66,500 | -1.3% |
How Toomsboro 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+)
Toomsboro Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Wilkinson County
Cities Similar to Toomsboro
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whigham | 449 | $64,000 | $150,000 | 21.9% | 4.1% |
| Warm Springs | 463 | $58,750 | $180,000 | 13.9% | 22.4% |
| Odum | 453 | $60,795 | $90,000 | 11.8% | 8.4% |
| Yatesville | 435 | $64,783 | $156,600 | 12.9% | 8.5% |
| Roopville | 467 | $78,036 | $231,300 | 19.9% | 7.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 467, Toomsboro'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
Toomsboro is a small community located in Georgia, within Wilkinson County. The total population is 467. It ranks as the 506th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Toomsboro is 43.7 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Toomsboro is $64,375. This is 17% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 28.7%. This is 114% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Toomsboro, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $66,500. Housing costs are 78% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x, Toomsboro is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 69.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Toomsboro is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 42.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.
Education
5.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 83% 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 81.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Toomsboro, 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 Toomsboro, Georgia?
Toomsboro, Georgia has a population of 467 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Toomsboro, GA?
The median household income in Toomsboro is $64,375, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Toomsboro, GA?
The poverty rate in Toomsboro is 28.7%. This means approximately 119 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Toomsboro, Georgia?
Toomsboro's population is 54.4% White, 42.0% Black, 1.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Toomsboro, GA?
The median home value in Toomsboro is $66,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.0x.
How educated is Toomsboro, Georgia?
5.9% of adults (25+) in Toomsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.