Wheeler County's 2026 population is estimated at 7,034, reflecting a -0.3% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Wheeler County is the 143rd largest county in Georgia. The 2010 population was 7,770 and has grown -9.47% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 32 years
Female: 39.7 years
Male: 29.9 years
There are 6,181 adults, (1,297 of whom are seniors) in Wheeler County.
Female: 2,601 (35.5%)
Male: 4,734 (64.5%)
The racial composition of Wheeler County includes 58.64% White, 37.29% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 4,301 | 58.64% |
| Black or African American | 2,735 | 37.29% |
| Two or more races | 145 | 1.98% |
| Other race | 126 | 1.72% |
| Native American | 28 | 0.38% |
Wheeler County 's average per capita income is $33,979. Household income levels show a median of $40,539. The poverty rate stands at 32.73%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $67,563 | - |
| Families | $48,365 | $63,494 |
| Households | $40,539 | $53,198 |
| Non Families | $16,317 | $29,761 |
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