Gilmer County's 2026 population is estimated at 34,245, reflecting a 1.36% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Gilmer County is the 59th largest county in Georgia. The 2010 population was 28,343 and has grown 20.82% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 50 years
Female: 50.6 years
Male: 49.6 years
There are 26,490 adults, (8,766 of whom are seniors) in Gilmer County.
Female: 16,168 (49.9%)
Male: 16,258 (50.1%)
The racial composition of Gilmer County includes 85.39% White, 3.8% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 27,690 | 85.39% |
| Two or more races | 2,819 | 8.69% |
| Other race | 1,233 | 3.8% |
| Native American | 421 | 1.3% |
| Asian | 173 | 0.53% |
| Black or African American | 90 | 0.28% |
Gilmer County 's average per capita income is $42,809. Household income levels show a median of $74,499. The poverty rate stands at 15.97%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $94,724 | - |
| Families | $82,363 | $100,031 |
| Households | $74,499 | $87,676 |
| Non Families | $35,959 | $48,567 |
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