County · Georgia
Hart County, Georgia
Hart County, Georgia. Hart County had 28,639 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 10.9% since 2020, faster than Georgia (+5.5%). It holds 7 places (5 cities, villages and boroughs and 2 census-designated) and 10 census tracts. GEOID 13147.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
28,639
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 25,828 · ACS 2020-2024: 26,939
Median household income
$59,385
±$4,472 (90% margin)
Georgia: $77,353
Median home value
$215,100
±$18,997 (90% margin)
Georgia: $303,300
Median gross rent
$844
±$104 (90% margin)
Georgia: $1,393
How many people live in Hart County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 25,828 residents in Hart County. The Census Bureau estimates 28,639 for July 1, 2025, up 10.9% since 2020, faster than Georgia (+5.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 26,939 over 232 square miles of land.
| Measure | Hart County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 26,939 | 10,940,407 | +1,166 |
| Households | 11,034±341 | 4,074,366 | +1,181 |
| Average household size | 2.39±0.07 | 2.62 | −0.13 |
| Housing units | 13,200±26 | 4,541,835 | no clear change |
Hart County's population since 2000
From 22,997 in 2000 to 28,639 in 2025: up 24.5%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Hart County?
Hart County holds 7 places: 5 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 2 census-designated places. The largest is Hartwell with 4,914 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Hartwell | 4,470 | $49,280 |
|---|---|---|
| Reed Creek | 2,724 | $76,973 |
| Royston | 2,649 | $34,435 |
| Bowersville | 444 | $60,625 |
| Eagle GroveGEOID 1324964 | 139 | not published |
| Canon | 643 | $42,308 |
| Lavonia | 2,143 | $36,859 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Hart County?
The median resident of Hart County is 44.8 years old; 20.3% are under 18 and 22.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 73.9%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 17.0%. 3.7% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Hart County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44.8±0.4 | 37.6 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 20.3%±0.1 pts | 23.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 22.6%±0.2 pts | 15.0% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.3% | 11.0% | +0.7 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 73.9%±0.5 pts | 49.1% | −0.9 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 17.0%±0.9 pts | 30.7% | −2.2 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.4%±0.1 pts | 4.5% | +0.5 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.2 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.3%±1.0 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 3.7%±0.9 pts | 11.2% | +1.8 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 5.5%±0.9 pts | 15.5% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.8%±1.3 pts | 7.2% | – |
| With a disability | 17.9%±2.3 pts | 13.1% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 10.8%±1.9 pts | 12.4% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 85.4%±2.1 pts | 89.2% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 20.8%±2.5 pts | 34.9% | +5.1 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 7.5%±1.2 pts | 13.9% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.9%±0.9 pts | 2.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Hart County earn?
Half of Hart County's 11,034 households earn less than $59,385 a year (±$4,472), against $77,353 in Georgia. In 2015-2019 the median was $53,171 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $6,214 after inflation. 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Hart County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $59,385±$4,472 | $77,353 | +$6,214 |
| Mean household income | $81,971±$5,589 | $106,944 | – |
| Per capita income | $33,856±$2,037 | $40,924 | +$5,327 |
| People below the poverty line | 11.9%±2.3 pts | 13.4% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 10.5%±4.5 pts | 18.3% | −8.4 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 10.4%±2.0 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 85.8%±3.1 pts | 91.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Hart County?
Owners occupy 77.8% of Hart County's occupied homes and renters 22.2%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $215,100 by its owner (±$18,997). The median renter pays $844 a month including utilities, and 39.0% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Hart County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $215,100±$18,997 | $303,300 | +$45,633 |
| Median gross rent | $844±$104 | $1,393 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 39.0%±10.0 pts | 43.4% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,413±$67 | $1,783 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 77.8%±2.6 pts | 65.7% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 13,200±26 | 4,541,835 | no clear change |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.3%±0.3 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 8.1%±4.2 pts | 6.8% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 70.0%±2.9 pts | 66.3% | – |
| Mobile homes | 23.1%±2.7 pts | 7.8% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 3.1%±1.2 pts | 2.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 4.5%±1.5 pts | 3.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Hart County building?
Builders took permits for 197 new housing units across Hart County in 2025 (177 single-family), 6.9 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Hart County get to work?
80.1% of Hart County's workers drive alone and 10.0% work from home. The average trip to work takes 26.8 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.4%.
| Measure | Hart County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 55.3%±2.3 pts | 63.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.4%±1.5 pts | 5.1% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 80.1%±3.2 pts | 70.9% | – |
| Carpooled | 8.0%±2.1 pts | 8.9% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Walked | 0.9%±0.6 pts | 1.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 10.0%±2.3 pts | 15.9% | +5.4 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 26.8 min±2.2 | 28.3 min | +5.2 min |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Hart County's census tracts?
Hart County is divided into 10 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $45,438 (Tract 9605.02) to $79,837 (Tract 9601.03).
| Tract 9601.0113147960101 | 1,425±250 | $76,607 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9601.0213147960102 | 1,081±334 | $74,877 |
| Tract 9601.0313147960103 | 3,644±504 | $79,837 |
| Tract 960213147960200 | 3,868±413 | $58,187 |
| Tract 960313147960300 | 3,467±700 | $56,129 |
| Tract 9604.0113147960401 | 1,774±364 | $48,333 |
| Tract 9604.0213147960402 | 4,615±512 | $53,182 |
| Tract 9605.0113147960501 | 1,374±212 | $70,472 |
| Tract 9605.0213147960502 | 2,114±328 | $45,438 |
| Tract 9605.0313147960503 | 3,577±539 | $54,129 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Hart County compare with Georgia's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 72nd of 159 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 21st of 159 |
| Residents per square mile | 54th of 159 |
| Median household income | 72nd of 159 |
| Median home value | 63rd of 159 |
| Median gross rent | 90th of 157 |
| Poverty rate | 125th of 159 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 68th of 159 |
| Median age | 24th of 159 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Hart County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.