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Population of Athens, Georgia

StateGeorgia
Land Area (mi²)116.3 sq mi
Density (mi²)1,114.8/sq mi
2022 Growth Rate0.92% (1186)
Growth Since 20203.78% (4725)
Rank in State5th
Rank in Country228th

The population of Athens, GA in 2022 is estimated to be 129,687. This is an increase of 0.92% (1186 people) compared to the population in 2021.

Population in Metro Area of Athens by Year

2021 and 2022 population is estimated by projecting the 2019 numbers.

YearPopulationGrowthGrowth Rate

Population of Athens by Race

Population by Race
  • Total
  • Hispanic
  • Non-Hispanic
Race
Population
Percentage

Population of Athens by Age

Athens Population Pyramid 2022
Athens Median Age
28.1
Total
27.7
Male
28.6
Female
Athens Sex Ratio
47.59%
59,474
Male
52.41%
65,488
Female
Athens Age Dependency Ratio
15.1
Old Age Dependency Ratio
23.9
Child Dependency Ratio
Athens Adults
103,455
Adults
(13,609 of whom are seniors) in Athens.

Population of Athens by Year

Year
PopulationGrowthAnnual Growth Rate