Paulding County's 2026 population is estimated at 198,577, reflecting a 2.59% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Paulding County is the 13th largest county in Georgia. The 2010 population was 142,826 and has grown 39.03% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 36.9 years
Female: 37.9 years
Male: 35.9 years
There are 133,332 adults, (20,997 of whom are seniors) in Paulding County.
Female: 91,388 (51.1%)
Male: 87,521 (48.9%)
The racial composition of Paulding County includes 62.54% White, 23.38% Black or African American, 3.56% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 111,895 | 62.54% |
| Black or African American | 41,833 | 23.38% |
| Two or more races | 15,461 | 8.64% |
| Other race | 6,368 | 3.56% |
| Asian | 2,627 | 1.47% |
| Native American | 529 | 0.3% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 196 | 0.11% |
Paulding County 's average per capita income is $56,074. Household income levels show a median of $98,031. The poverty rate stands at 6.65%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $115,884 | $130,728 |
| Families | $107,291 | $120,212 |
| Households | $98,031 | $113,444 |
| Non Families | $63,195 | $72,587 |
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