Telfair County's 2026 population is estimated at 11,267, reflecting a 0.64% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Telfair County is the 119th largest county in Georgia. The 2010 population was 16,519 and has grown -31.79% since 2010.
Overall: 43.2 years
Female: 46.1 years
Male: 39.9 years
There are 9,924 adults, (2,242 of whom are seniors) in Telfair County.
Female: 5,353 (45.2%)
Male: 6,478 (54.8%)
The racial composition of Telfair County includes 51.35% White, 37.03% Black or African American, 7.13% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 6,075 | 51.35% |
| Black or African American | 4,381 | 37.03% |
| Other race | 844 | 7.13% |
| Two or more races | 510 | 4.31% |
| Asian | 17 | 0.14% |
| Native American | 4 | 0.03% |
Telfair County 's average per capita income is $37,766. Household income levels show a median of $50,929. The poverty rate stands at 24.11%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $67,007 | - |
| Families | $63,057 | $77,364 |
| Households | $50,929 | $63,431 |
| Non Families | $18,059 | $31,703 |
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