Houston County's 2026 population is estimated at 180,781, reflecting a 1.65% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Houston County is the 14th largest county in Georgia. The 2010 population was 140,414 and has grown 28.75% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 36.3 years
Female: 37.6 years
Male: 34.8 years
There are 126,324 adults, (23,261 of whom are seniors) in Houston County.
Female: 87,309 (51.5%)
Male: 82,340 (48.5%)
The racial composition of Houston County includes 53.68% White, 32.43% Black or African American, 3.01% Asian, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 91,060 | 53.68% |
| Black or African American | 55,017 | 32.43% |
| Two or more races | 14,422 | 8.5% |
| Asian | 5,105 | 3.01% |
| Other race | 3,320 | 1.96% |
| Native American | 499 | 0.29% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 226 | 0.13% |
Houston County 's average per capita income is $51,760. Household income levels show a median of $80,698. The poverty rate stands at 11.06%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $117,974 | $131,331 |
| Families | $94,948 | $110,017 |
| Households | $80,698 | $97,172 |
| Non Families | $46,645 | $59,631 |
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