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Tattnall County, Georgia
Tattnall County, Georgia. Tattnall County had 24,376 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 0.4% since 2020, slower than Georgia (+5.5%). It holds 6 places (5 cities, villages and boroughs and 1 census-designated) and 7 census tracts. GEOID 13267.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
24,376
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 22,842 · ACS 2020-2024: 24,208
Median household income
$50,747
±$6,658 (90% margin)
Georgia: $77,353
Median home value
$140,000
±$20,257 (90% margin)
Georgia: $303,300
Median gross rent
$699
±$104 (90% margin)
Georgia: $1,393
How many people live in Tattnall County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 22,842 residents in Tattnall County. The Census Bureau estimates 24,376 for July 1, 2025, up 0.4% since 2020, slower than Georgia (+5.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 24,208 over 481 square miles of land.
| Measure | Tattnall County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 24,208 | 10,940,407 | −1,174 |
| Households | 7,630±278 | 4,074,366 | −611 |
| Average household size | 2.61±0.09 | 2.62 | +0.30 |
| Housing units | 9,405±41 | 4,541,835 | −621 |
Tattnall County's population since 2000
From 22,305 in 2000 to 24,376 in 2025: up 9.3%. 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 Tattnall County?
Tattnall County holds 6 places: 5 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Glennville with 5,023 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Glennville | 3,834 | $52,844 |
|---|---|---|
| Reidsville | 2,515 | $41,667 |
| CollinsGEOID 1317832 | 540 | $64,085 |
| CobbtownGEOID 1317272 | 341 | $51,667 |
| MendesGEOID 1350820 | 124 | not published |
| ManassasGEOID 1349504 | 59 | $105,208 |
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 Tattnall County?
The median resident of Tattnall County is 37.7 years old; 20.1% are under 18 and 15.4% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 57.3%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 26.7%. 5.1% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Tattnall County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37.7±0.6 | 37.6 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 20.1%±0.1 pts | 23.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 15.4%±0.2 pts | 15.0% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 10.7% | 11.0% | −0.8 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 57.3%±0.4 pts | 49.1% | no clear change |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 26.7%±0.9 pts | 30.7% | −2.5 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.1 pts | 4.5% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.2 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 | 3.4%±0.9 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.9%±0.4 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 5.1%±0.9 pts | 11.2% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 10.8%±1.3 pts | 15.5% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.5%±1.3 pts | 7.2% | – |
| With a disability | 20.8%±3.2 pts | 13.1% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 13.9%±2.2 pts | 12.4% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 82.8%±2.4 pts | 89.2% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 15.4%±2.0 pts | 34.9% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 6.0%±1.3 pts | 13.9% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.7%±0.6 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 Tattnall County earn?
Half of Tattnall County's 7,630 households earn less than $50,747 a year (±$6,658), against $77,353 in Georgia. In 2015-2019 it was $50,126 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 23.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Tattnall County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $50,747±$6,658 | $77,353 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $67,842±$5,287 | $106,944 | – |
| Per capita income | $22,986±$1,784 | $40,924 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 23.4%±3.6 pts | 13.4% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 25.7%±6.1 pts | 18.3% | −9.5 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 22.2%±4.1 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 83.3%±3.0 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 Tattnall County?
Owners occupy 71.0% of Tattnall County's occupied homes and renters 29.0%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $140,000 by its owner (±$20,257). The median renter pays $699 a month including utilities, and 27.5% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Tattnall County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $140,000±$20,257 | $303,300 | +$30,222 |
| Median gross rent | $699±$104 | $1,393 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 27.5%±9.1 pts | 43.4% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,287±$110 | $1,783 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 71.0%±3.9 pts | 65.7% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 9,405±41 | 4,541,835 | −621 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.6%±0.7 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 3.7%±2.9 pts | 6.8% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 56.4%±4.0 pts | 66.3% | – |
| Mobile homes | 35.0%±3.2 pts | 7.8% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 2.4%±1.3 pts | 2.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 6.9%±1.8 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 Tattnall County building?
Builders took permits for 74 new housing units across Tattnall County in 2025 (74 single-family), 3.0 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 Tattnall County get to work?
73.8% of Tattnall County's workers drive alone and 3.3% work from home. The average trip to work takes 28.1 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 6.7%.
| Measure | Tattnall County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 46.9%±2.5 pts | 63.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 6.7%±2.5 pts | 5.1% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 73.8%±3.8 pts | 70.9% | – |
| Carpooled | 16.5%±3.6 pts | 8.9% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.7%±0.7 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Walked | 2.7%±1.6 pts | 1.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 3.3%±1.5 pts | 15.9% | −3.3 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 28.1 min±2.8 | 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 Tattnall County's census tracts?
Tattnall County is divided into 7 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $36,944 (Tract 9502.03) to $68,513 (Tract 9502.04).
| Tract 950113267950100 | 3,437±492 | $54,298 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9502.0213267950202 | 4,813±572 | $41,579 |
| Tract 9502.0313267950203 | 2,670±101 | $36,944 |
| Tract 9502.0413267950204 | 1,886±391 | $68,513 |
| Tract 950313267950300 | 5,269±400 | $58,750 |
| Tract 9504.0113267950401 | 3,084±586 | $49,740 |
| Tract 9504.0213267950402 | 3,049±500 | $56,780 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Tattnall County compare with Georgia's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 80th of 159 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 117th of 159 |
| Residents per square mile | 94th of 159 |
| Median household income | 122nd of 159 |
| Median home value | 102nd of 159 |
| Median gross rent | 137th of 157 |
| Poverty rate | 26th of 159 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 108th of 159 |
| Median age | 114th 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
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