Georgia

#8 in USSouth

The Peach State Ā· Georgia (GA) has a population of 11,029,227 people, making it the #8 most populous state in the United States. The capital is Atlanta and the largest city is Atlanta.

Population

11.0M

#8 of 51

Area

59,425 mi²

153,910 km²

Density

72/km²

186/mi²

Capital

Atlanta

Median Income

$75K

Below national avg

Unemployment

4.4%

National avg: 3.9%

Median Age

37.9

US Share

3.29%

of 335M total

Population Growth

2020 Census

10,711,908

2023 Estimate

11,029,227

Change

+317,319 (+3.0%)

Race & Ethnicity

White50.3%
Hispanic/Latino11.1%
Black30.8%
Asian4.5%
Two or More Races8.8%
American Indian/Alaska Native0.5%
Other5.0%

Age Distribution

Under 1823.0%
18 to 6461.6%
65 and over15.4%

Economy & Education

Median Household Income
$74,632
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Unemployment Rate
4.4%
Bachelor's Degree+
35.4%

Largest Cities in Georgia

AtlantaAugustaColumbusMaconSavannah

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Georgia?

Georgia has a population of 11,029,227 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. It ranks #8 among all US states by population, representing 3.29% of the total US population.

What is the capital of Georgia?

The capital of Georgia is Atlanta. The largest cities include Atlanta, Augusta, Columbus.

What is the median household income in Georgia?

The median household income in Georgia is $74,632, below the national average of $77,589.

How fast is Georgia growing?

Georgia has grown 3.0% since the 2020 Census, from 10,711,908 to 11,029,227.

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