Tift County's 2026 population is estimated at 41,884, reflecting a 0.21% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Tift County is the 51st largest county in Georgia. The 2010 population was 40,250 and has grown 4.06% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 37.6 years
Female: 38.7 years
Male: 35.8 years
There are 31,165 adults, (6,599 of whom are seniors) in Tift County.
Female: 21,355 (51.5%)
Male: 20,083 (48.5%)
The racial composition of Tift County includes 56.51% White, 29.72% Black or African American, 3.89% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 23,418 | 56.51% |
| Black or African American | 12,316 | 29.72% |
| Two or more races | 3,299 | 7.96% |
| Other race | 1,610 | 3.89% |
| Asian | 539 | 1.3% |
| Native American | 255 | 0.62% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 1 | 0% |
Tift County 's average per capita income is $42,317. Household income levels show a median of $53,255. The poverty rate stands at 20.8%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $84,067 | - |
| Families | $70,796 | $92,397 |
| Households | $53,255 | $76,766 |
| Non Families | $30,067 | $41,836 |
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