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County overview

Douglas County

Georgia - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Douglas County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Douglas County

Population
144,735
Age 65+
11.9%
Median age
36.7
Owner-occupied
65.9%
With disability
11.8%
Median home value
$227,800
Median income
$76,930
Residents 65+
17,163
How Douglas County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
-27.9%
% owner-occupied
+1.7%
% with disability
-8.5%
Median household income
+2.4%
Median home value
-19.2%
Median age
-4.7%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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Aging-in-place in Douglas County

Douglas County is home to roughly 144,735 residents, of whom about 17,223 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 11.9%, well below the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 65.9% of homes in Douglas County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $227,800. That's an ownership rate close to the national average. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 11.8% of Douglas County residents report a disability, a rate in line with national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.