Ware County, Georgia Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Ware County is located in Georgia with a total population of 35,958. It is the 53rd most populous county out of 159 in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Ware County is 38.0 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 37.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Ware County is $44,833. This is 40% lower than the state median of $74,664. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 43% lower. The poverty rate stands at 22.8%. This is 69% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.5%. 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 4.8%. This is 6% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $106,500. Housing costs are 61% lower than the state median of $272,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Ware County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 61.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 65.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Ware County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 61.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 29.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.8%) is well below the state average of 10.7%. The Asian population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 4.3%.

Education

15.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% lower than the state rate of 34.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 81.5%.