Wilkinson County's 2026 population is estimated at 8,507, reflecting a -0.93% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Wilkinson County is the 136th largest county in Georgia. The 2010 population was 9,528 and has grown -10.72% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.5 years
Female: 44.3 years
Male: 41.4 years
There are 6,832 adults, (1,798 of whom are seniors) in Wilkinson County.
Female: 4,513 (51.6%)
Male: 4,234 (48.4%)
The racial composition of Wilkinson County includes 56.11% White, 37.7% Black or African American, 3.36% other race, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 4,908 | 56.11% |
| Black or African American | 3,298 | 37.7% |
| Other race | 294 | 3.36% |
| Two or more races | 199 | 2.28% |
| Asian | 47 | 0.54% |
| Native American | 1 | 0.01% |
Wilkinson County 's average per capita income is $36,642. Household income levels show a median of $45,465. The poverty rate stands at 21.6%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $84,904 | - |
| Families | $59,443 | $73,831 |
| Households | $45,465 | $59,154 |
| Non Families | $25,109 | $33,731 |
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