Macon

GA

Bibb County, Georgia

Population 157K |Median income $51,234 |3 hospitals

Population
156,578
Bibb County
Median Income
$51,234
-25% vs avg
Median Home Value
$174,500
-23% vs avg
Median Age
36.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
157K+1%
Median Income
$51,234+36%
Median Home Value
$174,500+42%
Poverty Rate
24.7%-1%
Unemployment
8.1%-31%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,066/mo
Poverty Rate
24.7% +74% vs avg
Unemployment 8.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 26.3%
Work From Home 9.5%
Public Transit 0.8%

Population

African American 54.9%
White 35.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.8%
Asian 2.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
44.7%
High Blood Pressure
44.6%
Short Sleep Duration
42.5%
Physical Inactivity
32.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
19.1%
Diabetes
16.9%
Current Smoking
16.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.8%
Lack of Health Insurance
14.5%
Binge Drinking
12.6%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 53.4%
Annual Checkup 81%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
11.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.3%
Stroke
4.8%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2.5/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
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Alerts & News — Macon Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Hazard Reduction Burn Underway in Wedding Bells State Forest Near Woolgoolga

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 7h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Macon, GA? ▼
Macon, GA has a population of 156,578 people, located in Bibb County, Georgia.
What is the median household income in Macon? ▼
The median household income in Macon, GA is $51,234 per year. The poverty rate is 24.7%.
What is the median home value in Macon? ▼
The median home value in Macon, GA is $174,500. Median rent is $1,066/month.
What are the top health concerns in Macon? ▼
The top health indicators in Macon include Obesity (44.7%), High Blood Pressure (44.6%), Short Sleep Duration (42.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Macon? ▼
Macon has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Macon? ▼
The median age in Macon, GA is 36.8 years. 26.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Macon, GA is located in Bibb County, Georgia. With a population of 157K and a median household income of $51,234, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Macon area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Bibb County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.