Lanier County's 2026 population is estimated at 10,488, reflecting a 0.11% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lanier County is the 123rd largest county in Georgia. The 2010 population was 10,103 and has grown 3.81% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 36.8 years
Female: 38 years
Male: 36.2 years
There are 7,918 adults, (1,553 of whom are seniors) in Lanier County.
Female: 5,124 (50.1%)
Male: 5,097 (49.9%)
The racial composition of Lanier County includes 65.39% White, 24.22% Black or African American, 5.26% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 6,684 | 65.39% |
| Black or African American | 2,476 | 24.22% |
| Other race | 538 | 5.26% |
| Two or more races | 385 | 3.77% |
| Asian | 129 | 1.26% |
| Native American | 9 | 0.09% |
Lanier County 's average per capita income is $40,689. Household income levels show a median of $47,186. The poverty rate stands at 26.15%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $71,507 | - |
| Families | $57,641 | $78,876 |
| Households | $47,186 | $70,614 |
| Non Families | $30,056 | $33,192 |
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