Richmond County's 2026 population is estimated at 207,617, reflecting a 0.32% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Richmond County is the 11th largest county in Georgia. The 2010 population was 201,122 and has grown 3.23% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 35.2 years
Female: 37.4 years
Male: 32.7 years
There are 158,860 adults, (31,570 of whom are seniors) in Richmond County.
Female: 106,543 (51.7%)
Male: 99,526 (48.3%)
The racial composition of Richmond County includes 56.26% Black or African American, 32.62% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 115,929 | 56.26% |
| White | 67,215 | 32.62% |
| Two or more races | 13,536 | 6.57% |
| Other race | 5,327 | 2.59% |
| Asian | 3,433 | 1.67% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 402 | 0.2% |
| Native American | 227 | 0.11% |
Richmond County 's average per capita income is $39,950. Household income levels show a median of $55,637. The poverty rate stands at 20.03%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $91,315 | $121,260 |
| Families | $67,063 | $90,262 |
| Households | $55,637 | $77,351 |
| Non Families | $39,748 | $56,007 |
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