| ZIP Code | 30401 |
|---|---|
| City | Swainsboro |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Emanuel County |
| Area Code | 478/912 |
| Elevation | 237 ft |
| Latitude | 32.60473 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.347998 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 13107 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.74 |
| Below Poverty | 26.7% ▲ 167% above avg |
| College Grads | 23.7% ▼ 39% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.0% ▲ 124% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 279 (3.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,731 (34.8%) |
| Some College | 1,928 (24.6%) |
| Associates | 1,044 (13.3%) |
| Bachelors | 767 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,088 (13.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,935 ▼ 33% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $86,400 ▼ 69% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $776/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,875 |
| Vacant Units | 909 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,875 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 909 |
| Owner Occupied | 55.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 44.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
ZIP code 30401 is located in Swainsboro, Georgia, within Emanuel County. With a population of 14,232, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36 years. Economically, 30401 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $50,935 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 30401 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $86,400 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $776 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (55.9%) and renters (44.1%). Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 30401 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 50.0%. Residents are less-educated — 23.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 26.7%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 30401 stands at 11.0%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 30401 in Swainsboro, GA is characterized as working-class, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 14,232 residents, a median household income of $50,935, and a median home value of $86,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.