Heard County's 2026 population is estimated at 12,253, reflecting a 0.55% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Heard County is the 116th largest county in Georgia. The 2010 population was 11,838 and has grown 3.51% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.1 years
Female: 40.8 years
Male: 41.3 years
There are 9,057 adults, (2,077 of whom are seniors) in Heard County.
Female: 5,982 (50.8%)
Male: 5,791 (49.2%)
The racial composition of Heard County includes 85.2% White, 7.76% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 10,031 | 85.2% |
| Black or African American | 913 | 7.76% |
| Two or more races | 740 | 6.29% |
| Asian | 53 | 0.45% |
| Other race | 30 | 0.25% |
| Native American | 4 | 0.03% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 2 | 0.02% |
Heard County 's average per capita income is $46,707. Household income levels show a median of $65,868. The poverty rate stands at 17.92%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $91,901 | - |
| Families | $81,844 | $93,828 |
| Households | $65,868 | $87,040 |
| Non Families | $26,796 | $68,390 |
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