Wheeler County, Georgia: Deep Red Country
Georgia · Presidential Elections 1916–2024
R+45.1
2024 Margin
R+6.0%
2020→2024 Swing
R since 2000
Voting Streak
7K
Population
Wheeler County, Georgia voted R+45.1 for Donald Trump in 2024, with Trump receiving 1,648 votes (72.41%). This represented a R+6.0% swing toward Republicans compared to 2020. The county has voted Republican in every presidential election since 2000.
Quick Stats
2024 ResultR+45.1
2020→2024 SwingR+6.0%
Voting StreakR since 2000
Elections on Record28
Demographics
Population7,471
Median Age
33.9(US: 38.4)
College (BA+)
12.2%(US: 34.6%)
Median Income
$36,354(US: $78k)
White (non-Hisp)
56.5%(US: 57.5%)
Hispanic
4.2%(US: 18.6%)
Black
38.6%(US: 12.3%)
Homeownership
68.8%(US: 64.2%)
Poverty Rate
21.5%(US: 12.4%)
Veterans
5.7%(US: 6.4%)
Non-English (CVAP)
3.4%(US: 17.1%)
Community Profile
Religious Composition
Source: Religion Census 2020EvangelicalStrongly R
20.3%(+3.8 vs US)
Black ProtestantStrongly D
5.8%(+3.6 vs US)
Mainline ProtestantSuburban swing
2.8%(-2.4 vs US)
Age Distribution
Median:33.9 yrs(US: 38.5)
Under 18Future voters
15.9%↓
18-29Lean D, low turnout
14.7%
30-44Swing voters
20.1%
45-64Lean R, high turnout
34.5%↑
65+Lean R, highest turnout
14.7%↓
National average
Employment by Industry
Source: Census ACSConstructionVery high
13.4%AgricultureVery high
10.7%Retail TradeBelow avg
7.8%Professional ServicesBelow avg
6.7%EducationBelow avg
6.3%ManufacturingBelow avg
5.8%Political relevance:
Construction: Infrastructure focusAgriculture: Farm bill, rural RHealthcare: ACA debates
+ 1 more industries
Presidential Elections
Presidential Results
| Year | Democrat | Republican | Margin | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 27.3%(622) | 72.4%(1,648) | R+45.1 | R+6.0 |
| 2020 | 30.1%(689) | 69.3%(1,583) | R+39.1 | R+2.3 |
| 2016 | 30.7%(646) | 67.6%(1,421) | R+36.9 | R+9.4 |
| 2012 | 35.7%(772) | 63.1%(1,366) | R+27.4 | D+0.3 |
| 2008 | 35.9%(794) | 63.7%(1,408) | R+27.8 | R+11.0 |
| 2004 | 41.2%(847) | 58.0%(1,192) | R+16.8 | R+12.9 |
| 2000 | 47.8%(752) | 51.6%(813) | R+3.9 | R+25.3 |
| 1996 | 55.3%(751) | 33.9%(460) | D+21.4 | D+5.0 |
| 1992 | 51.8%(880) | 35.4%(601) | D+16.4 | D+20.1 |
| 1988 | 47.9%(658) | 51.6%(709) | R+3.7 | R+0.0 |
Source: Official state election returns via MIT Election Data + Science Lab
Senate Elections
Senate Results
| Year | Democrat | Republican | Margin | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 29.4%(534) | 69.7%(1,266) | R+40.3 | R+0.1 |
| 2020 | 29.1%(657) | 69.3%(1,562) | R+40.1 | R+0.3 |
| 2016 | 28.6%(545) | 68.5%(1,304) | R+39.9 | R+16.8 |
| 2014 | 37.4%(572) | 60.4%(924) | R+23.0 | D+3.6 |
| 2010 | 36.0%(459) | 62.5%(798) | R+26.6 | R+1.9 |
| 2008 | 37.7%(512) | 62.3%(847) | R+24.6 | R+11.1 |
| 2004 | 42.7%(832) | 56.2%(1,095) | R+13.5 | R+3.4 |
| 2002 | 44.6%(608) | 54.8%(746) | R+10.1 | R+37.1 |
| 2000 | 61.7%(894) | 34.7%(503) | D+27.0 | D+11.0 |
| 1998 | 57.5%(629) | 41.5%(454) | D+16.0 | R+9.6 |
Source: Official state election returns via MIT Election Data + Science Lab
Governor Elections
Governor Results
| Year | Democrat | Republican | Margin | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 27.4%(1,002) | 72.2%(2,636) | R+44.7 | R+2.4 |
| 2018 | 28.7%(555) | 71.0%(1,372) | R+42.3 | R+23.5 |
| 2014 | 39.6%(594) | 58.4%(876) | R+18.8 | R+4.3 |
| 2010 | 41.5%(556) | 55.9%(750) | R+14.5 | R+14.8 |
| 2006 | 49.1%(551) | 48.7%(547) | D+0.4 | D+18.9 |
| 2002 | 40.5%(550) | 59.1%(802) | R+18.6 | R+67.7 |
| 1998 | 74.1%(823) | 24.9%(277) | D+49.1 | D+47.2 |
| 1994 | 51.0%(589) | 49.0%(567) | D+1.9 | R+7.0 |
| 1990 | 53.9%(550) | 45.0%(459) | D+8.9 | R+62.9 |
| 1986 | 85.9%(616) | 14.1%(101) | D+71.8 | D+12.7 |
Source: Official state election returns via MIT Election Data + Science Lab