US ZIP Code
30517

Braselton, GA

Jackson County  ·  Georgia

● Active
👥 18,545 Population ↑ 17% since 2019
💰 $109,627 Median HH Income
▲ 44% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019
🎂 37.7 Median Age ↑ 2% since 2019
🏠 $377,200 Median Home Value
▲ 35% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019
🎓 52.9% College Grads
▲ 37% above avg
📊 2.9% Unemployment
▼ 41% below avg ↓ 24% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code30517
CityBraselton
StateGeorgia (GA)
CountyJackson County
Area Code706/762
Elevation982 ft
Latitude34.130296
Longitude-83.797289
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS13157
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 48.5% (8,996) Female 51.5% (9,549) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 76.9%Hispanic: 11.9%Black: 5.7%Asian: 3.1%Other: 2.2%Race
White76.9%
Hispanic11.9%
Black5.7%
Asian3.1%
Other2.2%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
4%
5–17
20%
18–24
10%
25–44
27%
45–64
26%
65+
6%

Key Indicators

Median Age37.7 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.88
Below Poverty6.4% ▼ 36% below avg
College Grads52.9% ▲ 37% above avg
Unemployment2.9% ▼ 41% below avg
No HS Diploma103 (0.9%)
HS Graduate2,647 (22.8%)
Some College1,436 (12.3%)
Associates1,292 (11.1%)
Bachelors1,324 (11.4%)
Graduate Degree4,826 (41.5%)

Education

No HS: 0.9%HS Grad: 22.8%Some College: 12.3%Associates: 11.1%Bachelors: 11.4%Graduate: 41.5%Edu
No HS0.9%
HS Grad22.8%
Some College12.3%
Associates11.1%
Bachelors11.4%
Graduate41.5%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 82%Renter: 18.1%Tenure
Owner82.0%
Renter18.1%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
3%
$50k–100k
3%
$100k–150k
2%
$150k–200k
2%
$200k–300k
19%
$300k–500k
47%
Over $500k
24%

Financials

Median HH Income$109,627 ▲ 44% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019
Median Home Value$377,200 ▲ 35% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,810/mo ↑ 52% since 2019
Total Units6,775
Vacant Units348
Avg HH Size2.88

Income Distribution

Under $25k
7%
$25k–50k
9%
$50k–75k
12%
$75k–100k
12%
$100k–150k
24%
$150k–200k
17%
Over $200k
18%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
82%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
16%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
18%
15–30 min
33%
30–45 min
22%
Over 45 min
26%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1940s–1950s
2%
1960s–1970s
2%
1980s–1990s
30%
2000+
65%

Summary

Total Units6,775
Vacant348
Owner Occupied82.0%
Renter Occupied18.1%
Avg HH Size2.88
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 30517 is in Braselton, GA, in Jackson County.
ZIP code 30517 is located in Georgia (GA).
ZIP code 30517 is in Jackson County, GA.
ZIP 30517 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 30517 is 18,545 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 30517 is $109,627 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 30517 is $377,200 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 30517

ZIP code 30517 is located in Braselton, Georgia, within Jackson County. With a population of 18,545, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.7 years. Economically, 30517 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $109,627 is above the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 30517 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $377,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,810 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.

The population of 30517 is primarily White (76.93%). Residents are well-educated — 52.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.4%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 30517 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.

Overall, ZIP code 30517 in Braselton, GA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,545 residents, a median household income of $109,627, and a median home value of $377,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.