County · Georgia
Thomas County, Georgia
Thomas County, Georgia. Thomas County had 46,368 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 1.3% since 2020, slower than Georgia (+5.5%). It holds 7 places (7 cities, villages and boroughs) and 14 census tracts. GEOID 13275.
Thomas County is one of the 2 counties of the Thomasville, GA micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
46,368
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 45,798 · ACS 2020-2024: 45,777
Median household income
$60,736
±$4,491 (90% margin)
Georgia: $77,353
Median home value
$196,700
±$14,621 (90% margin)
Georgia: $303,300
Median gross rent
$1,018
±$53 (90% margin)
Georgia: $1,393
How many people live in Thomas County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 45,798 residents in Thomas County. The Census Bureau estimates 46,368 for July 1, 2025, up 1.3% since 2020, slower than Georgia (+5.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 45,777 over 545 square miles of land.
| Measure | Thomas County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 45,777 | 10,940,407 | +1,147 |
| Households | 18,684±387 | 4,074,366 | +1,089 |
| Average household size | 2.42±0.05 | 2.62 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 21,130±33 | 4,541,835 | +415 |
Thomas County's population since 2000
From 42,737 in 2000 to 46,368 in 2025: up 8.5%. 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 Thomas County?
Thomas County holds 7 places: 7 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places). The largest is Thomasville with 18,667 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
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 Thomas County?
The median resident of Thomas County is 39.8 years old; 23.6% are under 18 and 19.0% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 57.0%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 34.9%. 2.7% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Thomas County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 39.8±0.8 | 37.6 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 23.6%±0.1 pts | 23.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 19.0%±0.2 pts | 15.0% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.9% | 11.0% | +0.2 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 57.0%±0.2 pts | 49.1% | −0.6 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 34.9%±0.9 pts | 30.7% | −1.3 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.9%±0.2 pts | 4.5% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±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%±0.7 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.6 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 2.7%±0.6 pts | 11.2% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 5.0%±1.0 pts | 15.5% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.9%±0.9 pts | 7.2% | – |
| With a disability | 17.6%±1.6 pts | 13.1% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 11.8%±1.5 pts | 12.4% | −3.1 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 89.1%±1.6 pts | 89.2% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 22.7%±2.0 pts | 34.9% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 8.2%±1.4 pts | 13.9% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.4%±1.0 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 Thomas County earn?
Half of Thomas County's 18,684 households earn less than $60,736 a year (±$4,491), against $77,353 in Georgia. In 2015-2019 the median was $53,831 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $6,905 after inflation. 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Thomas County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $60,736±$4,491 | $77,353 | +$6,905 |
| Mean household income | $81,177±$4,951 | $106,944 | – |
| Per capita income | $33,700±$2,017 | $40,924 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 17.9%±2.6 pts | 13.4% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 27.3%±6.5 pts | 18.3% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 20.4%±2.5 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 87.4%±1.9 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 Thomas County?
Owners occupy 63.8% of Thomas County's occupied homes and renters 36.2%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $196,700 by its owner (±$14,621). The median renter pays $1,018 a month including utilities, and 42.2% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Thomas County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $196,700±$14,621 | $303,300 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $1,018±$53 | $1,393 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 42.2%±6.0 pts | 43.4% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,452±$72 | $1,783 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 63.8%±2.3 pts | 65.7% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 21,130±33 | 4,541,835 | +415 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.9%±1.2 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 1.4%±1.2 pts | 6.8% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 66.9%±2.4 pts | 66.3% | – |
| Mobile homes | 18.8%±1.9 pts | 7.8% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 2.6%±0.8 pts | 2.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 8.1%±1.2 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 Thomas County building?
Builders took permits for 203 new housing units across Thomas County in 2025 (131 single-family), 4.4 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 Thomas County get to work?
76.7% of Thomas County's workers drive alone and 7.8% work from home. The average trip to work takes 20.1 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.6%.
| Measure | Thomas County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 62.4%±1.6 pts | 63.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.6%±1.4 pts | 5.1% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 76.7%±2.3 pts | 70.9% | – |
| Carpooled | 14.0%±1.8 pts | 8.9% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.3%±0.3 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Walked | 0.5%±0.3 pts | 1.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 7.8%±1.7 pts | 15.9% | +5.4 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 20.1 min±1.3 | 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 Thomas County's census tracts?
Thomas County is divided into 14 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $29,740 (Tract 9601) to $92,000 (Tract 9605.02).
| Tract 960113275960100 | 1,220±230 | $29,740 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 960213275960200 | 4,339±713 | $63,266 |
| Tract 960313275960300 | 3,494±504 | $80,313 |
| Tract 960413275960400 | 2,856±338 | $76,471 |
| Tract 9605.0113275960501 | 3,764±457 | $66,569 |
| Tract 9605.0213275960502 | 2,691±423 | $92,000 |
| Tract 9606.0113275960601 | 3,314±481 | $69,939 |
| Tract 9606.0213275960602 | 2,830±484 | $49,823 |
| Tract 9607.0113275960701 | 3,516±824 | $38,816 |
| Tract 9607.0213275960702 | 2,039±320 | $30,938 |
| Tract 960813275960800 | 5,412±856 | $55,464 |
| Tract 960913275960900 | 3,510±411 | $76,636 |
| Tract 961013275961000 | 4,328±773 | $49,330 |
| Tract 961113275961100 | 2,464±416 | $49,735 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Thomas County compare with Georgia's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 46th of 159 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 106th of 159 |
| Residents per square mile | 65th of 159 |
| Median household income | 65th of 159 |
| Median home value | 68th of 159 |
| Median gross rent | 46th of 157 |
| Poverty rate | 73rd of 159 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 58th of 159 |
| Median age | 83rd 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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