| ZIP Code | 30079 |
|---|---|
| City | Scottdale |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | DeKalb County |
| Area Code | 404/678/943 |
| Elevation | 1,012 ft |
| Latitude | 33.791739 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.260747 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 13089 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.1 yrs ↓ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.25 |
| Below Poverty | 13.2% ▲ 32% above avg |
| College Grads | 55.6% ▲ 43% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.0% ▼ 59% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 95 (3.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 645 (24.5%) |
| Some College | 146 (5.5%) |
| Associates | 283 (10.8%) |
| Bachelors | 203 (7.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,259 (47.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,833 ≈ Avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $280,000 ≈ Avg ↑ 86% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,094/mo ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,762 |
| Vacant Units | 270 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.25 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,762 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 270 |
| Owner Occupied | 54.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 45.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.25 |
ZIP code 30079 is located in Scottdale, Georgia, within DeKalb County. With a population of 4,850, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.1 years. Economically, 30079 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,833 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 30079 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $280,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,094 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (54.2%) and renters (45.8%). Median home values have increased by 86% since 2019.
The population of 30079 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 40.0%. Residents are well-educated — 55.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.2%. Household income has grown by 38% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 30079 stands at 2.0%, which is well below the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 56%.
Overall, ZIP code 30079 in Scottdale, GA is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 4,850 residents, a median household income of $70,833, and a median home value of $280,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.