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Meriwether County, Georgia
Meriwether County, Georgia. Meriwether County had 21,516 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 4.4% since 2020, slower than Georgia (+5.5%). It holds 9 places (9 cities, villages and boroughs) and 7 census tracts. GEOID 13199.
Meriwether County is one of the 29 counties of the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
21,516
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 20,613 · ACS 2020-2024: 20,929
Median household income
$57,340
±$4,445 (90% margin)
Georgia: $77,353
Median home value
$168,800
±$17,125 (90% margin)
Georgia: $303,300
Median gross rent
$920
±$89 (90% margin)
Georgia: $1,393
How many people live in Meriwether County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 20,613 residents in Meriwether County. The Census Bureau estimates 21,516 for July 1, 2025, up 4.4% since 2020, slower than Georgia (+5.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 20,929 over 501 square miles of land.
| Measure | Meriwether County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 20,929 | 10,940,407 | −177 |
| Households | 8,391±256 | 4,074,366 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.47±0.08 | 2.62 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 9,820±25 | 4,541,835 | −177 |
Meriwether County's population since 2000
From 22,534 in 2000 to 21,516 in 2025: down 4.5%. 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 Meriwether County?
Meriwether County holds 9 places: 9 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places). The largest is Manchester with 3,594 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Manchester | 3,584 | $51,353 |
|---|---|---|
| Woodbury | 908 | $54,375 |
| Greenville | 794 | $49,773 |
| Luthersville | 776 | $74,167 |
| Warm SpringsGEOID 1380480 | 465 | $58,750 |
| Lone OakGEOID 1347252 | 114 | not published |
| GayGEOID 1332384 | 110 | $75,938 |
| Pine Mountain | 1,216 | $91,250 |
| HaralsonGEOID 1336528 | 172 | $73,750 |
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 Meriwether County?
The median resident of Meriwether County is 43.5 years old; 21.0% are under 18 and 21.4% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 56.8%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 39.1%. 1.0% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Meriwether County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43.5±1.0 | 37.6 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 21.0%±0.1 pts | 23.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 21.4%±0.2 pts | 15.0% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8%±0.8 pts | 11.0% | – |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 56.8%±0.5 pts | 49.1% | no clear change |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 39.1%±1.0 pts | 30.7% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.1 pts | 4.5% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.3%±0.8 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.0%±0.4 pts | 11.2% | – |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 1.4%±0.6 pts | 15.5% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.8%±1.4 pts | 7.2% | – |
| With a disability | 20.0%±2.3 pts | 13.1% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 12.4%±2.3 pts | 12.4% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 83.0%±2.8 pts | 89.2% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 14.5%±1.7 pts | 34.9% | +4.1 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 6.3%±1.3 pts | 13.9% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 0.8%±0.5 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 Meriwether County earn?
Half of Meriwether County's 8,391 households earn less than $57,340 a year (±$4,445), against $77,353 in Georgia. In 2015-2019 the median was $45,685 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $11,655 after inflation. 18.9% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Meriwether County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $57,340±$4,445 | $77,353 | +$11,655 |
| Mean household income | $72,311±$4,519 | $106,944 | – |
| Per capita income | $29,411±$1,912 | $40,924 | +$3,520 |
| People below the poverty line | 18.9%±3.8 pts | 13.4% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 32.3%±9.7 pts | 18.3% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 23.0%±3.3 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 82.1%±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 Meriwether County?
Owners occupy 73.0% of Meriwether County's occupied homes and renters 27.0%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $168,800 by its owner (±$17,125). The median renter pays $920 a month including utilities, and 31.3% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Meriwether County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $168,800±$17,125 | $303,300 | +$41,669 |
| Median gross rent | $920±$89 | $1,393 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 31.3%±8.1 pts | 43.4% | −12.9 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,382±$83 | $1,783 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 73.0%±3.4 pts | 65.7% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 9,820±25 | 4,541,835 | −177 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.3%±1.0 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 3.8%±3.7 pts | 6.8% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 70.5%±3.6 pts | 66.3% | – |
| Mobile homes | 23.2%±3.5 pts | 7.8% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.0%±0.5 pts | 2.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 11.9%±2.1 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 Meriwether County building?
Builders took permits for 117 new housing units across Meriwether County in 2025 (117 single-family), 5.4 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 Meriwether County get to work?
85.7% of Meriwether County's workers drive alone and 6.2% work from home. The average trip to work takes 34.3 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 6.6%.
| Measure | Meriwether County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 53.7%±2.6 pts | 63.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 6.6%±2.1 pts | 5.1% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 85.7%±3.1 pts | 70.9% | – |
| Carpooled | 7.0%±2.1 pts | 8.9% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Walked | 0.7%±0.5 pts | 1.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 6.2%±1.8 pts | 15.9% | +4.4 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 34.3 min±1.9 | 28.3 min | no clear change |
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 Meriwether County's census tracts?
Meriwether County is divided into 7 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $39,891 (Tract 9705.01) to $66,068 (Tract 9707.02).
| Tract 9705.0113199970501 | 2,316±314 | $39,891 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9705.0213199970502 | 2,691±241 | $50,908 |
| Tract 970613199970600 | 3,174±412 | $57,727 |
| Tract 9707.0113199970701 | 2,679±322 | $65,639 |
| Tract 9707.0213199970702 | 5,052±607 | $66,068 |
| Tract 9708.0113199970801 | 2,917±364 | $65,093 |
| Tract 9708.0213199970802 | 2,100±341 | $53,929 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Meriwether County compare with Georgia's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 86th of 159 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 67th of 159 |
| Residents per square mile | 100th of 159 |
| Median household income | 83rd of 159 |
| Median home value | 81st of 159 |
| Median gross rent | 71st of 157 |
| Poverty rate | 67th of 159 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 119th of 159 |
| Median age | 29th 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
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