Chester
Chester has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $19,145. The city has grown rapidly, with population up 72% since 2000. 4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 33%. Median home value has more than doubled since 2000, reaching $80,000. The poverty rate of 45.1% is well above the national figure. Households here earn about 69% less than the Georgia median.
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How many people live in Chester, Georgia?
Chester, Georgia has about 525 residents according to the 2020 American Community Survey.
What is the median household income in Chester, Georgia?
The typical household in Chester, Georgia earns about $19,145 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Chester, Georgia expensive?
In Chester, Georgia, the median home is worth about $80,000, and the typical rent is about $371 a month.
How educated are people in Chester, Georgia?
About 4.4% of adults age 25 and over in Chester, Georgia hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Chester, Georgia?
About 45.1% of people in Chester, Georgia live below the federal poverty line.
Has Chester, Georgia grown since 1990?
Yes, Chester, Georgia has shrunk since 1990. The population has lost about 556 residents, a change of about -51 percent over that period.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024