Georgia State Population

Home to over 11 million residents.

The state of Georgia is home to a dynamic and rapidly expanding population, currently exceeding 11 million residents, making it the eighth-most populous state in the U.S. Historically, after its colonial founding, Georgia's population grew relatively slowly as an agrarian state, with significant demographic shifts brought about by the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the Great Migration, which saw large numbers of African Americans leave the state. However, the mid-20th century marked a dramatic turning point, as post-World War II industrialization and the rise of Atlanta as a major economic and transportation hub spurred massive domestic and international migration, cementing Georgia's status as a burgeoning Sun Belt state. This rapid growth continues today, driven by a robust job market, relative affordability, and an increasingly diverse cultural landscape, with current trends showing continued urbanization around the Atlanta metropolitan area, significant increases in its Hispanic and Asian populations, and ongoing suburban and exurban expansion across the state.

Data Source: US Census Bureau