Elbert County's 2026 population is estimated at 20,450, reflecting a 0.73% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Elbert County is the 92nd largest county in Georgia. The 2010 population was 20,101 and has grown 1.74% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.2 years
Female: 43.4 years
Male: 42.8 years
There are 15,469 adults, (4,201 of whom are seniors) in Elbert County.
Female: 10,373 (52.3%)
Male: 9,476 (47.7%)
The racial composition of Elbert County includes 63.32% White, 22.32% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 12,568 | 63.32% |
| Black or African American | 4,430 | 22.32% |
| Two or more races | 2,036 | 10.26% |
| Other race | 463 | 2.33% |
| Asian | 261 | 1.31% |
| Native American | 91 | 0.46% |
Elbert County 's average per capita income is $45,596. Household income levels show a median of $58,450. The poverty rate stands at 17.98%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $91,314 | - |
| Families | $76,031 | $89,576 |
| Households | $58,450 | $74,605 |
| Non Families | $30,985 | $42,126 |
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