
Georgia
State in United States
Georgia has a land area of 57,701.1 square miles and a water area of 1,706.3 square miles. It is the 21st largest state by area. Georgia is bordered by Florida, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Alabama.
Population and People
Total Population
10,799,566Data from Census Bureau
Average Age
37.5 YearData from Census Bureau
Senior Population (65 years and older)
1,585,687Data from Census Bureau
Veterans
7.3%Data from Census Bureau
Income and Poverty
Median Household Income
$93,366Data from Census Bureau
Poverty
22.3%Data from Census Bureau
Employment and Labor Force
Total Eligible Employment Population
8,508,461Data from Census Bureau
Unemployed
3.5%Data from Census Bureau
Housing
Housing Units
4,001,109Data from Census Bureau
Median Gross Rent (in dollars)
$1,153Data from Census Bureau
Gross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: Less Than 30% Household Income
52.4%Data from Census Bureau
Gross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: 30% or More of Household Income
47.6%Data from Census Bureau
Median Home Price (in dollars)
$249,700Data from Census Bureau
Renter Rate
1,358,983Data from Census Bureau
Homeownership Rate
2,642,126Data from Census Bureau
Health
Disabled
13.0%Data from Census Bureau
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is on its mission to provide decent and affordable housing to Americans with low-income. Within the United States there are 10 different geographical regions that HUD has been divided into. Depending on where your state is located you would be zoned to one of these Regional Offices. To find your Regional office: Affordable Housing411 Regional Office Page.
Within these Regional Offices zones there are 54 different Field Offices. Again, depending on your location you will be zoned to a particular Field Office. To Find Your Field Office visit: Affordable Housing411 Field Offices Page.
Lastly locally there are almost 4,000 Local Housing Authorities Offices. To find your local office visit: Affordable Housing411 Public Housing Authority Page
Each State or area can have different income limits and eligibility requirements. We recommend you contact your local housing authority for specific income guidelines.
The State of Georgia is located in Atlanta Regional Office. Within Georgia there are . Throughout Georgia there are 181 Public Housing Authority Offices.
We at Affordable Housing 411, have gathered all the contact information for all of HUD’s Offices. We want to be an advocate for those in need of affordable housing.
CONTACT HUD: GEORGIA
For general questions about HUD or its programs, contact the HUD office nearest you. In Florida, offices are located in Jacksonville and Miami.
For questions about FHA loans or programs, contact our FHA Resource Center:
- Find the answer online
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) CALL-FHA (800-225-5342)
- TTY: (800) 877-8339
For questions about HUD rental programs, including Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers, contact our local Public and Indian Housing (PIH) Resource Center:
REGIONAL OFFICE HUD: GEORGIA
TANF OFFICE HUD: GEORGIA
LIHEAP OFFICE HUD: GEORGIA
LIHWAP OFFICE HUD: GEORGIA
RENTAL HELP: GEORGIA
Subsidized Apartments
HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. To apply, contact or visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you.
Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA).
Some PHAs have long waiting lists, so you may want to apply at more than one PHA. Your PHA can also give you a list of locations at which your voucher can be used.
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HOMEOWNERSHIP: GEORGIA
Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home.
Getting Started
- Housing counseling agencies – free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages
- Predatory lending – beware – whether you’re buying or refinancing your home, don’t become a victim of unfair lending practices
Buying a Home
- Assistance programs – resources and programs to help you buy and maintain your home
- HUD homes for sale
- Homeownership vouchers – some public housing agencies help you become a homeowner through the Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program
Owning and Maintaining Your Home
- Home repairs – money for home improvements and repairs
Population by Age Range in Georgia
Age and Sex
36.5 +/- 0.1
Median Age in Georgia

Age and Sex
36.5 +/- 0.1
Median Age in Georgia
38.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in United States
Population by Age Range in Georgia
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Older Population by Age Range in Georgia
Older Population
14.70 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Georgia

Older Population
14.70 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Georgia
16.8 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in United States
Older Population by Age in Georgia
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Veterans in Georgia
Veterans
7.30 +/- 0.2
Veterans in Georgia

Veterans
7.30 +/- 0.2
Veterans in Georgia
6.4 +/- 0.1
Veterans in United States
Veterans in Georgia
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Median Household Income in Georgia
Median Household Income
$66,559 +/- $712
Median Household Income in Georgia

Median Household Income
$66,559 +/- $712
Median Household Income in Georgia
$69,717 +/- $134
Median Household Income in United States
Median Household Income in Georgia
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Poverty in Georgia
Poverty
14.00 +/- 0.4
Poverty in Georgia

Poverty
14.00 +/- 0.4
Poverty in Georgia
12.8 +/- 0.1
Poverty in United States
Poverty in Georgia
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Educational Attainment in Georgia
Educational Attainment
34.60 +/- 0.4
Educational Attainment in Georgia

Educational Attainment
34.60 +/- 0.4
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Georgia
35.0 +/- 0.1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in United States
Educational Attainment in Georgia
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Employment and Labor Force Status in Georgia
Employment rate
58.70% +/- 0.3%
Employment rate in Georgia

Employment rate
58.70% +/- 0.3%
Employment rate in Georgia
58.6% +/- 0.1%
Employment rate in United States
HUD MAILING LISTS: GEORGIA

Georgia Faith-Based and Community Initiatives Partners Receive updates about HUD’s Faith-based initiatives and news about upcoming HUD events.
Georgia News This list is open to any individual or organization interested in the latest news, announcements, program updates, training opportunities and other helpful HUD resources in Georgia.
HUD Multifamily Housing Updates for the Southeast Region To self-register to receive updates and announcements for the Multifamily Housing Southeast region, enter your e-mail address, select the Southeast Region subscription topic, then select the specific state(s) you would like to subscribe to.
The purpose of the distribution list is to provide an efficient way for property owners, management companies, sponsors, developers, and other interested parties to stay informed.
Region IV Environmental Team Mailing List This list is intended to inform persons with environmental review responsibilities of training announcements, regulatory updates and policy announcements regarding completion of environmental reviews pursuant to NEPA as implemented by HUD regulations. Mailings that do not address national matters, will focus primarily on items specific to HUD Region IV.
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Last Updated: August 23, 2023