GEORGIA
POPULATION DENSITY
People per square mile, 2010: 168.4
People per square mile, 2020:185.6
HISTORIC & PROJECTED GROWTH 1790 TO 2040
Year |
Population |
1790 |
82,548 |
1800 |
162,686 |
1810 |
252,433 |
1820 |
340,989 |
1830 |
516,823 |
1840 |
691,392 |
1850 |
906,185 |
1860 |
1,057,286 |
1870 |
1,184,109 |
1880 |
1,542,180 |
1890 |
1,837,353 |
1900 |
2,216,331 |
1910 |
2,609,121 |
1920 |
2,895,832 |
1930 |
2,908,506 |
1940 |
3,123,723 |
1950 |
3,444,578 |
1960 |
3,943,116 |
1970 |
4,587,930 |
1980 |
5,462,982 |
1990 |
6,478,216 |
2000 |
8,186,453 |
2010 |
9,687,653 |
2020 |
10,711,908 |
2030 |
11,835,126 |
2040 |
12,820,271 |
SOURCE: U.S. Bureau of the Census & Weldon Cooper Center, Demographics Research Group
(The Census Bureau and Weldon Cooper Center have not yet provided updated State projections to reflect 2020 census numbers.)
Population by County
SOURCE: U.S. Bureau of the Census
Georgia Population News Articles
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Bill allowing Georgia property owners to sue over homelessness, immigration clears House - Mar 4, 2026
Environmental Groups Challenge Air Permit for Natural Gas Expansion at Atlanta Plant – Mar 2, 2026
The impact data centers have on Georgia residents (and what can we do about it) – Mar 2, 2026
Georgia bill would strip governments of authority to file PFAS lawsuits -Mar 2, 2026
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ICE is recruiting with $50K bonuses. Local police can't compete. – Oct 30, 2025
Georgia’s Clean Air Force Releases Tips on Avoiding Common Emissions Test Failures – Oct 21, 2025
Local ministries to collaborate to serve Hall County’s homeless population – Oct 12, 2025
Judge’s ruling temporarily blocks construction of massive poultry project in South Georgia – Oct 11, 2025
Middle Georgia data center boom raises a big question: Is there enough water? – Oct 9, 2025
Georgia makes strides on emissions while growing economy – Oct 8, 2025
Eagle nesting steadfast in South Georgia – July 4, 2025
This Georgia plan could help conserve 1,000+ species. What to know. – July 1, 2025
Alligators found with increased levels of mercury in Georgia, South Carolina swamps – June 17, 2025
Wood burning plant almost went unnoticed in Georgia county with high asthma rates – June 12, 2025
EPA proposes change to pollution standards. What it means for coal and gas in Georgia – June 11, 2025
Immigration operations moving at ‘rapid pace’ in Georgia – June 9, 2025
This Central Georgia city is growing rapidly. Here's how they continue to improve as the population booms – Dec 16, 2024
Legal fight over coal ash harms is resolved but debate over Georgia Power’s disposal tactics rages – Dec 10, 2024
Counties in Georgia where landslides pose the greatest threat – Dec 2, 2024
Report on Georgia Latinos: Legal status and language among barriers to health – Nov 30, 2024
Georgia Clean-Energy Boom Producing Jobs, Housing Shortfalls – Nov 27, 2024
Georgia farmers, restaurant owners say climate change threatens way of life – Nov 18, 2024
Report on Georgia Latinos: Legal status and language among barriers to health – Nov 30, 2024
Georgia Clean-Energy Boom Producing Jobs, Housing Shortfalls – Nov 27, 2024
Georgia farmers, restaurant owners say climate change threatens way of life – Nov 18, 2024
Georgia had 2nd largest spike in foreign-born population among all states, says US Census Bureau – Sept 12, 2024
Georgia’s Emission Culprits: What’s Really Fueling CO2 in the Peach State? – Sept 10, 2024
30.4% of Georgia Residents Are Experiencing Drought Conditions in 2024 – Sept 4, 2024
Winder, a Rural, Middle-Class City in Georgia, Is in a Rapidly Developing Area – Sept 4, 2024
Georgia regulators to vote on controversial biomass energy plan – Sept 3, 2024
These two Georgia suburbs are among the fastest-growing, report says – Aug 29, 2024
Georgia’s Infrastructure Gets C+ Grade – July 8, 2024
As climate deadlines loom, Georgia companies and governments push for faster action – July 1, 2024
Extreme heat, scant rain causing headaches for Georgia farmers – July 1, 2024
Immigration detention surges in Georgia, up 50% from 2023 – June 18, 2024
Sens. Ossoff, Rev. Warnock Introduce Legislation to Upgrade Water Infrastructure Across Coastal Georgia – June 11, 2024
Georgia’s Population Has Grown 133% in 50 Years… Discover What’s Driving the Huge Growth – November 13, 2023
New report ranks Georgia fifth most vulnerable state to climate change in US – November 6, 2023
The 4 Fastest Growing Towns in Georgia Everyone Is Talking About – October 26, 2023
You may need your raincoat a lot this winter in Georgia. Here’s why – October 20, 2023
Georgia expanding EV charging station network – October 19, 2023
Understanding Georgia’s Population: Trends, Demographics, and Future Projections – October 17, 2023
Atlanta air quality: When will things return to normal? – July 18, 2023
Georgia struggles after losing 90% of its peach crops amid catastrophic harvest: ‘They’re just not good’ – July 17, 2023
Georgia is making its first-ever climate change plan – July 10, 2023
Most hazardous and contaminated cities in Georgia as proven by statistical data – July 4, 2023
Historic Trends of Extreme Heat in Georgia: Summer Sizzlin’ Series, Episode 1 – June 22, 2023
GA Ranks in Top 10 for Green Buildings – January 18, 2023
Coastal Georgia shores up beach conservation for shorebirds \impacted by climate change – January 14, 2023
The Importance of Georgia’s Agricultural Lands – January 12, 2023
Here’s how much home prices in Georgia soared during the pandemic – January 6, 2023
Georgia sees its population grow by 1.7% amid the pandemic – December 30, 2022
What does climate change look like in Georgia and what do we do about it? – July 22, 2022
Textile plant with history of pollution violations will shut down – July 15, 2022
Metro Atlanta population boost higher after pandemic slowed growth – July 14, 2022
Pair of residential neighborhoods in Westside Atlanta deemed toxic Superfund site – March 19, 2022
Georgians want the state to take a stand on climate change – February 25, 2022
Freedom to Farm Act passes Georgia House committee – February 24, 2022
Augusta University plants trees for Arbor Day – February 22, 2022
Several Southeast Georgia areas listed as the dirtiest in state – December 14, 2021
Tiny Georgia town preps for population surge – November 27, 2021
Georgia exurbs have big appeal as some look to leave Atlanta and its problems – September 22, 2021
Extreme Heat Hits Some Georgia Neighborhoods Harder Than Others – September 8, 2021
Census data: Johns Creek's population topped 82,000 residents in 2020 – September 2, 2021
2020 Census population numbers for Georgia's cities – September 1, 2021
Georgia wins another tri-state water wars case – September 1, 2021
Meteorologist: Georgia Needs To Be Prepared For Rising Global Temperatures – July 8, 2021
Georgia's traffic congestion among worst in U.S.- July 8, 2021
Columbia County is one of the fastest growing counties in Georgia – July 9, 2021
Georgia Receives Grant To Sustain Beach Water Quality Monitoring – June 21, 2021
The Coal Plant Next Door – March 27. 2021
Environmental advocacy agency is worried about pollution in the Chattahoochee River – December 9, 2020
Local waterways listed among state’s worst – December 2, 2020
In Georgia, 16 Superfund Sites Are Threatened by Extreme Weather Linked to Climate Change – November 29, 2020
Environmental groups continue fight against strip mine near Okefenokee – November 25, 2020
Study says chemicals found in Ogeechee fish – November 19, 2020
Ethylene Oxide: Tests Show Spike In Toxic Gas After Plant Reopened – September 22, 2020
Georgia taking steps to save ‘The Little Things that Run the World’ – September 18, 2020
Northern suburbs’ ongoing growth evident in Northside Hospital’s expansion – September 16, 2020
Atlanta Top Area to Benefit from Transition to Electric Vehicles – September 15, 2020
Aging Septic, Rising Seas Threaten Georgia Waterways – September 15, 2020
Georgia Residents Near Power Plant Sue Over Coal Ash Pollution – August 7, 2020
American Lung Association calls on Georgia residents to pledge to Stand Up For Clean Air, take action on climate change – July 17, 2020
EPA Awards $3.8 Million Grant to Improve and Protect Georgia’s Water Quality – July 26, 2020
Atlanta Companies Can Fight Climate Change and Help Georgia’s Rural Economy – May 25, 2020
These are Georgia’s fastest growing cities, according to new U.S. Census report – May 27, 2020
Georgia Now & Forever: Georgia’s Historic Land Cover and What the Future Holds – June 8, 2020
Proposed Georgia Mine Next to Okefenokee Swamp Raises Alarms – June 17, 2020
Georgia DOT to Expand Connected Vehicle Technology in Atlanta – February 10, 2020
Amidst boom, Midtown’s population has nearly doubled since 2000, market study finds – February 7, 2020
Growing pains part of Augusta area’s continued growth, experts note in economic forecast – January 23, 2020
‘Nobody’s ever cared about Juliette.’ Fight for clean water rages on in this Georgia town – January 23, 2020
Atlanta Researcher Looks To Trees To Help Ease Highway Air Pollution – November 5, 2019
Forecast: Atlanta, Georgia Housing Market to Keep Climbing into 2020 – October 26, 2019
Populations of the 'most important living being in the world' on the decline – October 16, 2019
These Birds In Georgia Vulnerable To Climate Change: Audubon – October 15, 2019
1 million people in DeKalb County? It’s possible by 2050, study says – October 11, 2019
Metro Atlanta Sterilizing Plant Shutting Down As Air Tests Begin; Lawsuit Challenges EPD Deal – September 13, 2019
Georgia DOT gives update on I-75 commercial vehicle lane project – September 11, 2019
Growth in DeKalb County continues, population rises to 753,030 – August 29, 2019
Study Named Forsyth Fastest Growing County In GA – August 26, 2019
Habitat loss presents struggle in conservation – August 26, 2019
Report predicts ‘killer heat’ in Georgia, elsewhere in coming decades – July 16, 2019
Water Conservation: Tapping into a clear future – July 14, 2019
How Georgia Became A Surprising Bright Spot In The U.S. Solar Industry – June 24, 2019
How much will it cost to protect Georgia from rising seas? – June 20, 2019
How Will Infrastructure Steer Atlanta's Fast Growth? – May 14, 2019
Farming heads indoors to escape punishing weather – April 29, 2019
Unhealthy air? South Fulton, DeKalb counties among the worst in Georgia – April 25, 2019
Census: Metro Atlanta has 4th-fastest growing population in nation – April 18, 2019
Groups seek court order blocking Atlantic seismic blasting – February 22, 2019
Climate Change: How Willing Georgia Is To Adjust Lifestyle – February 18, 2019
Honey bee population struggles to hang on – February 15, 2019
'Infrastructure Report Card' Shows Slight Improvement to 'C+' – February 7, 2019
N.C. Aquariums join coalition and state leaders in opposition to Atlantic Coast seismic blasting – January 10, 2019
Hamilton Crossing Park expansion infrastructure to pick up in 2019 – January 10, 2019
Oconee's growth must be managed responsibly – January 9, 2019
Annual Bring One for the Chipper event held in LaGrange on Saturday – January 7, 2019
USDA invests in water and wastewater infrastructure in 46 states – January 4, 2019
Contaminated groundwater, a toxic legacy of Georgia’s air bases – January 3, 2019
Study: South Carolina among top states for potential growth of solar power – January 1, 2019
Coal ash pollutants found in groundwater at 11 Georgia sites, including Plant McIntosh in Rincon – January 8, 2019