Wilkes County's 2026 population is estimated at 9,526, reflecting a -0.15% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Wilkes County is the 126th largest county in Georgia. The 2010 population was 10,389 and has grown -8.31% since 2010.
Overall: 46 years
Female: 48.8 years
Male: 42.4 years
There are 7,624 adults, (2,309 of whom are seniors) in Wilkes County.
Female: 4,853 (50.8%)
Male: 4,696 (49.2%)
The racial composition of Wilkes County includes 51.71% White, 39.51% Black or African American, 3.86% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 4,938 | 51.71% |
| Black or African American | 3,773 | 39.51% |
| Other race | 369 | 3.86% |
| Two or more races | 338 | 3.54% |
| Asian | 117 | 1.23% |
| Native American | 14 | 0.15% |
Wilkes County 's average per capita income is $37,211. Household income levels show a median of $52,043. The poverty rate stands at 17.81%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $76,174 | - |
| Families | $64,977 | $90,729 |
| Households | $52,043 | $74,862 |
| Non Families | $30,745 | $48,434 |
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