Atlanta, GA Census Data
The largest city in Georgia by population · 19 cities ranked
Atlanta is the largest city in Georgia by population and ranks 8th of 19 for median household income. With 499,287 residents, its poverty rate of 17.9% 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
499,287
48.7% male · 51.3% female
Median Age
34.0
4.7 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$81,938
$3,400 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
58.4%
23.4% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 93.0%
Poverty Rate
17.9%
5.5% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 10.5%
Broadband Access
95.4%
5.7% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$420,600
Median rent: $1,617 · 46% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.9%
Labor force participation: 63.7%
Per Capita Income
$55,760
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
4.1%
Disability rate: 11.6%
How Atlanta Compares to Other Georgia Cities
Rankings among all 19 Georgia cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 1st of 19 | Top 10% |
| Highest Median Income | 8th of 19 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 12th of 19 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 8th of 19 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 7th of 19 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Atlanta, GA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Atlanta, GA?
The population of Atlanta, GA is 499,287 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 34.0 years.
What is the median household income in Atlanta?
The median household income in Atlanta, GA is $81,938, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $55,760.
What is the poverty rate in Atlanta?
The poverty rate in Atlanta, GA is 17.9%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 10.5% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Atlanta residents have a college degree?
58.4% of adults (25+) in Atlanta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 93.0% 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 Atlanta?
The median home value in Atlanta, GA is $420,600. Median rent is $1,617 per month, with 46% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Atlanta?
Atlanta's population is 39.9% White, 46.9% Black, 6.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 5.0% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Atlanta rank among Georgia cities?
Atlanta is the 1st largest city in Georgia by population, the 8th highest for median household income, the 12th lowest for poverty rate, the 8th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 19 ranked Georgia cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Atlanta?
The unemployment rate in Atlanta, GA is 5.9%, with a labor force participation rate of 63.7%. Per capita income is $55,760.