Albany, GA Census Data
The 12th largest city in Georgia by population · 19 cities ranked
Albany is the 12th largest city in Georgia by population and ranks 19th of 19 for median household income. With 67,939 residents, its poverty rate of 29.2% ranks among the higher rates in Georgia. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
67,939
45.7% male · 54.3% female
Median Age
35.1
3.6 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$45,201
$33,337 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
21.5%
13.5% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 84.4%
Poverty Rate
29.2%
16.8% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 14.7%
Broadband Access
89.0%
0.7% below the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$118,700
Median rent: $898 · 39% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
11.5%
Labor force participation: 48.2%
Per Capita Income
$31,774
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
8.4%
Disability rate: 18.6%
How Albany Compares to Other Georgia Cities
Rankings among all 19 Georgia cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 12th of 19 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 19th of 19 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 19th of 19 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 19th of 19 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 19th of 19 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Albany, GA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Albany, GA?
The population of Albany, GA is 67,939 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 35.1 years.
What is the median household income in Albany?
The median household income in Albany, GA is $45,201, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $31,774.
What is the poverty rate in Albany?
The poverty rate in Albany, GA is 29.2%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 14.7% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Albany residents have a college degree?
21.5% of adults (25+) in Albany hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 84.4% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Albany?
The median home value in Albany, GA is $118,700. Median rent is $898 per month, with 39% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Albany?
Albany's population is 18.9% White, 76.3% Black, 2.5% Hispanic or Latino, and 0.7% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Albany rank among Georgia cities?
Albany is the 12th largest city in Georgia by population, the 19th highest for median household income, the 19th lowest for poverty rate, the 19th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 19 ranked Georgia cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Albany?
The unemployment rate in Albany, GA is 11.5%, with a labor force participation rate of 48.2%. Per capita income is $31,774.
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