Woodbury, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Woodbury, Georgia had a total population of 820, the 422nd largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $54,375, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.9%.
Woodbury Quick Facts
How Woodbury 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 | 962 | 820 | -14.8% |
| Median household income | $45,234 | $54,375 | +20.2% |
| Median home value | $86,800 | $109,100 | +25.7% |
How Woodbury 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+)
Woodbury Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Meriwether County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester | 3,631 | $51,353 | 20.1% | $135,500 |
| Greenville | 1,326 | $49,773 | 25.6% | $179,200 |
| Luthersville | 1,000 | $74,167 | 13.2% | $209,200 |
| Warm Springs | 463 | $58,750 | 22.4% | $180,000 |
| Lone Oak | 297 | N/A | 55.2% | N/A |
| Gay | 119 | $75,938 | 0.8% | $312,500 |
Cities Similar to Woodbury
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waleska | 808 | $56,250 | $483,300 | 25.9% | 6.5% |
| Ray City | 852 | $56,023 | $122,800 | 14.0% | 18.6% |
| Baconton | 790 | $56,667 | $87,900 | 4.7% | 15.6% |
| Allenhurst | 804 | $49,904 | $189,800 | 21.7% | 16.0% |
| Jekyll Island | 769 | N/A | $590,000 | 80.4% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 820, Woodbury'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
Woodbury is a small community located in Georgia, within Meriwether County. The total population is 820. It ranks as the 422nd most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Woodbury is 38.0 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 37.6 years. With 29.4% of the population under 18, Woodbury has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Woodbury is $54,375. This is 30% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.9%. This is 41% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 0.9%. This is 82% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $109,100. Housing costs are 64% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Woodbury is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Woodbury is White (non-Hispanic), making up 52.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 44.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.
Education
13.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% 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 83.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Woodbury, 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 Woodbury, Georgia?
Woodbury, Georgia has a population of 820 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Woodbury, GA?
The median household income in Woodbury is $54,375, which is 33% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Woodbury, GA?
The poverty rate in Woodbury is 18.9%. This means approximately 155 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Woodbury, Georgia?
Woodbury's population is 52.6% White, 44.8% Black, 0.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Woodbury, GA?
The median home value in Woodbury is $109,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Woodbury, Georgia?
13.9% of adults (25+) in Woodbury hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.