US ZIP Code
30549

Jefferson, GA

Jackson County  ·  Georgia

● Active
👥 30,643 Population ↑ 20% since 2019
💰 $88,951 Median HH Income
▲ 17% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019
🎂 38.3 Median Age
🏠 $325,500 Median Home Value
▲ 17% above avg ↑ 58% since 2019
🎓 42.0% College Grads
▲ 8% above avg
📊 3.7% Unemployment
▼ 24% below avg ↑ 44% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code30549
CityJefferson
StateGeorgia (GA)
CountyJackson County
Area Code706/762
Elevation804 ft
Latitude34.107959
Longitude-83.577478
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS13157
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 51.8% (15,885) Female 48.2% (14,758) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 79.5%Hispanic: 6.5%Black: 8.8%Asian: 2.1%Other: 2.5%Race
White79.5%
Hispanic6.5%
Black8.8%
Asian2.1%
Other2.5%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
21%
18–24
8%
25–44
25%
45–64
26%
65+
7%

Key Indicators

Median Age38.3 yrs
Avg Household Size3.04
Below Poverty9.8% ≈ Avg
College Grads42.0% ▲ 8% above avg
Unemployment3.7% ▼ 24% below avg
No HS Diploma381 (2%)
HS Graduate4,918 (26.3%)
Some College3,091 (16.5%)
Associates2,447 (13.1%)
Bachelors1,624 (8.7%)
Graduate Degree6,222 (33.3%)

Education

No HS: 2%HS Grad: 26.3%Some College: 16.5%Associates: 13.1%Bachelors: 8.7%Graduate: 33.3%Edu
No HS2.0%
HS Grad26.3%
Some College16.5%
Associates13.1%
Bachelors8.7%
Graduate33.3%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 83.5%Renter: 16.6%Tenure
Owner83.5%
Renter16.6%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
3%
$50k–100k
3%
$100k–150k
6%
$150k–200k
6%
$200k–300k
26%
$300k–500k
36%
Over $500k
20%

Financials

Median HH Income$88,951 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019
Median Home Value$325,500 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 58% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$964/mo ↑ 21% since 2019
Total Units10,673
Vacant Units723
Avg HH Size3.04

Income Distribution

Under $25k
13%
$25k–50k
14%
$50k–75k
15%
$75k–100k
13%
$100k–150k
22%
$150k–200k
11%
Over $200k
12%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
83%
Public Transit
0%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
16%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
15%
15–30 min
27%
30–45 min
31%
Over 45 min
27%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
0%
1940s–1950s
1%
1960s–1970s
7%
1980s–1990s
26%
2000+
65%

Summary

Total Units10,673
Vacant723
Owner Occupied83.5%
Renter Occupied16.6%
Avg HH Size3.04
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 30549 is in Jefferson, GA, in Jackson County.
ZIP code 30549 is located in Georgia (GA).
ZIP code 30549 is in Jackson County, GA.
ZIP 30549 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 30549 is 30,643 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 30549 is $88,951 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 30549 is $325,500 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 30549

ZIP code 30549 is located in Jefferson, Georgia, within Jackson County. With a population of 30,643, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.3 years. Economically, 30549 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $88,951 is above the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 30549 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $325,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $964 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 58% since 2019.

The population of 30549 is primarily White (79.47%). Residents are well-educated — 42.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.8%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 30549 stands at 3.7%, 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 74%.

Overall, ZIP code 30549 in Jefferson, GA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 30,643 residents, a median household income of $88,951, and a median home value of $325,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.