| ZIP Code | 30536 |
|---|---|
| City | Ellijay |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Gilmer County |
| Area Code | 762 |
| Elevation | 1,719 ft |
| Latitude | 34.652002 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.359442 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 13123 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.7 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.68 |
| Below Poverty | 13.8% ▲ 38% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 1.8% ▼ 62% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 230 (3.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,842 (29.1%) |
| Some College | 1,157 (18.3%) |
| Associates | 652 (10.3%) |
| Bachelors | 586 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,862 (29.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,252 ≈ Avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $301,900 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,063/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,953 |
| Vacant Units | 1,369 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,953 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,369 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
ZIP code 30536 is located in Ellijay, Georgia, within Gilmer County. With a population of 9,676, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.7 years. Economically, 30536 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $73,252 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 30536 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $301,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,063 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.
The population of 30536 is primarily White (82.52%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.8%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 30536 stands at 1.8%, which is well below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 30536 in Ellijay, GA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,676 residents, a median household income of $73,252, and a median home value of $301,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.