| ZIP Code | 30253 |
|---|---|
| City | Mcdonough |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Henry County |
| Area Code | 678/770/943 |
| Elevation | 842 ft |
| Latitude | 33.453601 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.187167 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 13151 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.4 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.93 |
| Below Poverty | 14.0% ▲ 40% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.6% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 34% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 487 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,704 (25.5%) |
| Some College | 4,190 (11%) |
| Associates | 7,116 (18.7%) |
| Bachelors | 4,903 (12.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,700 (30.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $81,601 ≈ Avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $281,000 ≈ Avg ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,627/mo ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 22,889 |
| Vacant Units | 1,299 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.93 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 22,889 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,299 |
| Owner Occupied | 61.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 38.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.93 |
ZIP code 30253 is located in Mcdonough, Georgia, within Henry County. With a population of 64,108, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.4 years. Economically, 30253 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $81,601 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 30253 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $281,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,627 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 61.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 58% since 2019.
The population of 30253 is majority Black (61.27%). Residents are well-educated — 43.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.0%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 30253 stands at 6.6%, which is above the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 30253 in Mcdonough, GA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 64,108 residents, a median household income of $81,601, and a median home value of $281,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.