County · Georgia
White County, Georgia
White County, Georgia. White County had 29,802 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 6.4% since 2020, faster than Georgia (+5.5%). It holds 4 places (2 cities, villages and boroughs and 2 census-designated) and 9 census tracts. GEOID 13311.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
29,802
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 28,003 · ACS 2020-2024: 28,810
Median household income
$70,666
±$5,613 (90% margin)
Georgia: $77,353
Median home value
$278,900
±$13,509 (90% margin)
Georgia: $303,300
Median gross rent
$1,032
±$88 (90% margin)
Georgia: $1,393
How many people live in White County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 28,003 residents in White County. The Census Bureau estimates 29,802 for July 1, 2025, up 6.4% since 2020, faster than Georgia (+5.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 28,810 over 241 square miles of land.
| Measure | White County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 28,810 | 10,940,407 | −679 |
| Households | 10,729±390 | 4,074,366 | −966 |
| Average household size | 2.63±0.10 | 2.62 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 13,952±31 | 4,541,835 | −2,302 |
White County's population since 2000
From 19,944 in 2000 to 29,802 in 2025: up 49.4%. 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 White County?
White County holds 4 places: 2 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 2 census-designated places. The largest is Cleveland with 3,472 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 White County?
The median resident of White County is 45.6 years old; 19.3% are under 18 and 23.2% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 88.9%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 3.8%. 2.5% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | White County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 45.6±0.4 | 37.6 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 19.3%±0.3 pts | 23.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 23.2%±0.2 pts | 15.0% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.8% | 11.0% | +0.6 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 88.9%±1.5 pts | 49.1% | −3.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.9%±0.4 pts | 30.7% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.1 pts | 4.5% | no clear change |
| 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 | 3.8%±1.2 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.9%±0.8 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 2.5%±0.7 pts | 11.2% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 4.0%±0.7 pts | 15.5% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.0%±1.5 pts | 7.2% | – |
| With a disability | 16.1%±1.7 pts | 13.1% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 11.6%±2.0 pts | 12.4% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 84.8%±2.4 pts | 89.2% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 24.0%±2.3 pts | 34.9% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 9.8%±1.6 pts | 13.9% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.7%±1.2 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 White County earn?
Half of White County's 10,729 households earn less than $70,666 a year (±$5,613), against $77,353 in Georgia. In 2015-2019 it was $64,603 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | White County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $70,666±$5,613 | $77,353 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $92,243±$7,451 | $106,944 | – |
| Per capita income | $35,713±$2,714 | $40,924 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 12.4%±2.7 pts | 13.4% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 22.2%±7.1 pts | 18.3% | +9.1 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 9.7%±2.9 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 89.4%±2.4 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 White County?
Owners occupy 78.8% of White County's occupied homes and renters 21.2%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $278,900 by its owner (±$13,509). The median renter pays $1,032 a month including utilities, and 32.4% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | White County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $278,900±$13,509 | $303,300 | +$61,929 |
| Median gross rent | $1,032±$88 | $1,393 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 32.4%±10.0 pts | 43.4% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,556±$124 | $1,783 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 78.8%±3.6 pts | 65.7% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 13,952±31 | 4,541,835 | −2,302 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.8%±0.8 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 18.0%±6.0 pts | 6.8% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 74.0%±3.3 pts | 66.3% | – |
| Mobile homes | 17.2%±2.8 pts | 7.8% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.5%±0.6 pts | 2.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 1.6%±0.9 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 White County building?
Builders took permits for 190 new housing units across White County in 2025 (188 single-family), 6.4 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 White County get to work?
79.1% of White County's workers drive alone and 12.1% work from home. The average trip to work takes 30.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.8%.
| Measure | White County | Georgia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 55.6%±2.2 pts | 63.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.8%±1.3 pts | 5.1% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 79.1%±3.4 pts | 70.9% | – |
| Carpooled | 5.6%±1.6 pts | 8.9% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.4 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Walked | 1.8%±1.1 pts | 1.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 12.1%±2.6 pts | 15.9% | +6.2 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 30.4 min±2.1 | 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 White County's census tracts?
White County is divided into 9 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $51,250 (Tract 9501.02) to $94,821 (Tract 9503.02).
| Tract 9501.0113311950101 | 1,253±189 | $79,135 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9501.0213311950102 | 1,706±312 | $51,250 |
| Tract 9502.0213311950202 | 3,380±410 | $60,222 |
| Tract 9502.0413311950204 | 2,505±748 | $69,702 |
| Tract 9502.0513311950205 | 2,478±290 | $72,158 |
| Tract 9502.0613311950206 | 4,675±467 | $71,355 |
| Tract 9502.0713311950207 | 4,780±688 | $66,324 |
| Tract 9503.0113311950301 | 4,237±684 | $59,328 |
| Tract 9503.0213311950302 | 3,796±491 | $94,821 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does White County compare with Georgia's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 66th of 159 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 52nd of 159 |
| Residents per square mile | 52nd of 159 |
| Median household income | 44th of 159 |
| Median home value | 36th of 159 |
| Median gross rent | 45th of 157 |
| Poverty rate | 118th of 159 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 52nd of 159 |
| Median age | 20th 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 White 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.