Plains, GA is a small city located in Sumter County with a population of 785 people according to the most recent census. It has a population density of 780 people per square mile, which is lower than the US average by far. Plains is known for its rural atmosphere and easy access to outdoor activities year-round. There are several businesses in town such as The Corner Store, Smith’s Grocery, and Big John’s Gun Shop that serve the local community. There are also several outdoor activities for both locals and visitors such as camping, fishing, bird watching, and biking on the nearby trails. The local school district also supports many organizations and clubs including band, chorus, theater groups, 4-H Club and a local Little League team that hosts sporting events each season.
The population in Plains is 785. There are 964 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Plains is 40.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Plains is 2.0, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Plains
- 53.0% are married
- 9.0% are divorced
- 6.2% are married with children
- 38.1% have children, but are single
Race in Plains
- 51.4% are White
- 45.2% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 2.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.8% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander