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Americus, GA

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Population
15,617
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
431 ft
Median Home Value
$107,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$834/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$39,176
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in GeorgiaPopulation rankingHighest population places in GeorgiaNearest larger communityAlbany, Georgia34 miles away · 66,907 residents.

About Americus

Americus is a city and the county seat of Sumter County, Georgia, situated in the southwestern portion of the state. Home to Georgia Southwestern State University and the international headquarters of Habitat for Humanity, the historic community of approximately 15,813 features the restored Windsor Hotel. Public education is served by Sumter County Schools.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingRegional Two-Party Electoral BalanceA+99.0ratingSmall Town FitA+97.9rating

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