Whitesburg, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Whitesburg, Georgia had a total population of 525, the 491st largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $55,938, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Whitesburg Quick Facts
How Whitesburg 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 | 439 | 525 | +19.6% |
| Median household income | $64,861 | $55,938 | -13.8% |
| Median home value | $128,600 | $168,800 | +31.3% |
How Whitesburg 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Whitesburg Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Carroll County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrollton | 27,392 | $54,379 | 25.4% | $311,100 |
| Bremen | 7,488 | $93,780 | 5.3% | $289,500 |
| Fairfield Plantation | 6,172 | $102,984 | 5.8% | $332,600 |
| Temple | 5,901 | $91,180 | 2.6% | $232,800 |
| Mount Zion | 2,433 | $53,750 | 16.1% | $231,000 |
| Bowdon | 2,006 | $65,337 | 18.4% | $167,500 |
| Roopville | 467 | $78,036 | 7.3% | $231,300 |
Cities Similar to Whitesburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hickox | 520 | N/A | $146,300 | 54.2% | 23.6% |
| Ila | 526 | $54,375 | $205,300 | 7.8% | 23.4% |
| Leslie | 510 | $55,598 | $88,300 | 21.0% | 33.3% |
| Bowersville | 522 | $60,625 | $87,500 | 8.0% | 15.6% |
| Berlin | 535 | $52,458 | $111,200 | 11.6% | 19.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 525, Whitesburg'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
Whitesburg is a small community located in Georgia, within Carroll County. The total population is 525. It ranks as the 491st most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Whitesburg is 41.2 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Whitesburg is $55,938. This is 28% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.6%. This is 47% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 6.1%. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $168,800. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 64.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Whitesburg is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 6.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (82.9% vs 49.1%). The Black or African American population (6.7%) is well below the state average of 30.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.
Education
19.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% 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 78.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Whitesburg, 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 Whitesburg, Georgia?
Whitesburg, Georgia has a population of 525 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Whitesburg, GA?
The median household income in Whitesburg is $55,938, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Whitesburg, GA?
The poverty rate in Whitesburg is 19.6%. This means approximately 103 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Whitesburg, Georgia?
Whitesburg's population is 82.9% White, 6.7% Black, 3.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Whitesburg, GA?
The median home value in Whitesburg is $168,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Whitesburg, Georgia?
19.9% of adults (25+) in Whitesburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.