| ZIP Code | 30518 |
|---|---|
| City | Buford |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Gwinnett County |
| Area Code | 470/678/770/943 |
| Elevation | 1,037 ft |
| Latitude | 34.133933 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.022544 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 13135 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.10 |
| Below Poverty | 11.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| College Grads | 52.3% ▲ 35% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 45% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 611 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,145 (22.5%) |
| Some College | 3,524 (11.1%) |
| Associates | 3,859 (12.2%) |
| Bachelors | 3,125 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,483 (42.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $97,339 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $367,000 ▲ 32% above avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,611/mo ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,435 |
| Vacant Units | 1,339 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.10 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,435 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,339 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.10 |
ZIP code 30518 is located in Buford, Georgia, within Gwinnett County. With a population of 56,309, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.2 years. Economically, 30518 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $97,339 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 30518 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $367,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,611 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 30518 is majority White (52.25%). Residents are well-educated — 52.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.2%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 30518 stands at 2.7%, which is below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 30518 in Buford, GA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 56,309 residents, a median household income of $97,339, and a median home value of $367,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.