Laurens County's 2026 population is estimated at 50,997, reflecting a 0.7% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Laurens County is the 44th largest county in Georgia. The 2010 population was 48,388 and has grown 5.39% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 39.2 years
Female: 41.3 years
Male: 37.3 years
There are 37,567 adults, (9,144 of whom are seniors) in Laurens County.
Female: 26,081 (52.4%)
Male: 23,717 (47.6%)
The racial composition of Laurens County includes 56.89% White, 36.53% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, other race, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 28,331 | 56.89% |
| Black or African American | 18,192 | 36.53% |
| Two or more races | 1,438 | 2.89% |
| Other race | 1,065 | 2.14% |
| Asian | 573 | 1.15% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 143 | 0.29% |
| Native American | 56 | 0.11% |
Laurens County 's average per capita income is $43,750. Household income levels show a median of $55,010. The poverty rate stands at 22.61%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $88,837 | - |
| Families | $70,158 | $96,713 |
| Households | $55,010 | $81,138 |
| Non Families | $25,995 | $42,944 |
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