GEORGIA
HISTORIC & PROJECTED GROWTH 1790 TO 2050
Sources: Census figures from U.S. Bureau of the Census & *Estimates from Weldon Cooper Center, Demographics Research Group
GEORGIA POPULATION DENSITY
Georgia Land Area - 57,513 square miles
YEAR | PEOPLE PER SQUARE MILE |
|---|---|
2020 | 185.6 |
2010 | 168.4 |
2000 | 142.3 |
1990 | 112.6 |
1980 | 95.0 |
1970 | 79.8 |
1960 | 68.6 |
1950 | 59.9 |
1940 | 54.3 |
1930 | 50.6 |
1920 | 50.4 |
1910 | 45.4 |
SOURCE: U.S. Bureau of the Census
Georgia Population News Articles
The Cost of Keeping Cool: Georgia Power Customers Struggle With Summer Bills – Sep 8, 2026
Georgia revises protected species list, adding 100+ for first time in 20 years – Aug 27, 2026
Georgia’s population growth spreads to more rural communities as metro Atlanta slows – Aug 24, 2026
EPA plan could reduce public scrutiny of Georgia data center air permits – Aug 12, 2026
Data centers in South Georgia: What you need to know about the water – Aug 11, 2026
Georgia ICE operation leads to 1,226 arrests, including 720 with criminal histories – Aug 10, 2026
Georgia Senate GOP targets data centers, but Democrats argue bill doesn’t go far enough – Mar 6, 2026
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
Georgia's Fastest-Growing Cities To Visit In 2026, According To Data – Feb 26, 2026
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