Valdosta, GA Census Data
The 18th largest city in Georgia by population · 19 cities ranked
Valdosta is the 18th largest city in Georgia by population and ranks 18th of 19 for median household income. With 55,222 residents, its poverty rate of 26.8% 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
55,222
45.5% male · 54.5% female
Median Age
28.9
9.8 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$45,849
$32,689 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
28.1%
6.9% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 88.2%
Poverty Rate
26.8%
14.4% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 17.1%
Broadband Access
93.0%
3.3% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$165,300
Median rent: $1,000 · 41% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.7%
Labor force participation: 54.1%
Per Capita Income
$29,682
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
6.9%
Disability rate: 12.4%
How Valdosta Compares to Other Georgia Cities
Rankings among all 19 Georgia cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 18th of 19 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 18th of 19 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 18th of 19 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 16th of 19 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 17th of 19 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Valdosta, GA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Valdosta, GA?
The population of Valdosta, GA is 55,222 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 28.9 years.
What is the median household income in Valdosta?
The median household income in Valdosta, GA is $45,849, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $29,682.
What is the poverty rate in Valdosta?
The poverty rate in Valdosta, GA is 26.8%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 17.1% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Valdosta residents have a college degree?
28.1% of adults (25+) in Valdosta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 88.2% 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 Valdosta?
The median home value in Valdosta, GA is $165,300. Median rent is $1,000 per month, with 41% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Valdosta?
Valdosta's population is 35.8% White, 56.0% Black, 5.9% Hispanic or Latino, and 1.3% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Valdosta rank among Georgia cities?
Valdosta is the 18th largest city in Georgia by population, the 18th highest for median household income, the 18th lowest for poverty rate, the 16th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 19 ranked Georgia cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Valdosta?
The unemployment rate in Valdosta, GA is 6.7%, with a labor force participation rate of 54.1%. Per capita income is $29,682.
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