US ZIP Code
30253

Mcdonough, GA

Henry County  ·  Georgia

● Active
👥 64,108 Population ↑ 19% since 2019
💰 $81,601 Median HH Income
≈ Avg ↑ 17% since 2019
🎂 33.4 Median Age ↓ 8% since 2019
🏠 $281,000 Median Home Value
≈ Avg ↑ 58% since 2019
🎓 43.6% College Grads
▲ 12% above avg
📊 6.6% Unemployment
▲ 34% above avg ↑ 7% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code30253
CityMcdonough
StateGeorgia (GA)
CountyHenry County
Area Code678/770/943
Elevation842 ft
Latitude33.453601
Longitude-84.187167
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS13151
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 47.2% (30,259) Female 52.8% (33,849) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 22.2%Hispanic: 6.6%Black: 61.3%Asian: 3.4%Other: 5.4%Race
White22.2%
Hispanic6.6%
Black61.3%
Asian3.4%
Other5.4%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
20%
18–24
11%
25–44
28%
45–64
24%
65+
5%

Key Indicators

Median Age33.4 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.93
Below Poverty14.0% ▲ 40% above avg
College Grads43.6% ▲ 12% above avg
Unemployment6.6% ▲ 34% above avg
No HS Diploma487 (1.3%)
HS Graduate9,704 (25.5%)
Some College4,190 (11%)
Associates7,116 (18.7%)
Bachelors4,903 (12.9%)
Graduate Degree11,700 (30.7%)

Education

No HS: 1.3%HS Grad: 25.5%Some College: 11%Associates: 18.7%Bachelors: 12.9%Graduate: 30.7%Edu
No HS1.3%
HS Grad25.5%
Some College11.0%
Associates18.7%
Bachelors12.9%
Graduate30.7%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 61.4%Renter: 38.6%Tenure
Owner61.4%
Renter38.6%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
3%
$50k–100k
2%
$100k–150k
4%
$150k–200k
9%
$200k–300k
38%
$300k–500k
38%
Over $500k
6%

Financials

Median HH Income$81,601 ≈ Avg ↑ 17% since 2019
Median Home Value$281,000 ≈ Avg ↑ 58% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,627/mo ↑ 44% since 2019
Total Units22,889
Vacant Units1,299
Avg HH Size2.93

Income Distribution

Under $25k
12%
$25k–50k
13%
$50k–75k
18%
$75k–100k
20%
$100k–150k
20%
$150k–200k
10%
Over $200k
8%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
81%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
17%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
17%
15–30 min
32%
30–45 min
26%
Over 45 min
26%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
0%
1940s–1950s
1%
1960s–1970s
4%
1980s–1990s
34%
2000+
61%

Summary

Total Units22,889
Vacant1,299
Owner Occupied61.4%
Renter Occupied38.6%
Avg HH Size2.93
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 30253 is in Mcdonough, GA, in Henry County.
ZIP code 30253 is located in Georgia (GA).
ZIP code 30253 is in Henry County, GA.
ZIP 30253 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 30253 is 64,108 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 30253 is $81,601 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 30253 is $281,000 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 30253

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.