| ZIP Code | 30606 |
|---|---|
| City | Athens |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Clarke County |
| Area Code | 678/706/762/770/943 |
| Elevation | 659 ft |
| Latitude | 33.940299 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.433583 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 13059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.4 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 20.4% ▲ 104% above avg |
| College Grads | 56.9% ▲ 47% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 39% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 663 (2.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,813 (17.7%) |
| Some College | 2,010 (7.4%) |
| Associates | 4,248 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,887 (6.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,596 (50%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,397 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $332,600 ▲ 19% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,222/mo ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 22,603 |
| Vacant Units | 985 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 22,603 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 985 |
| Owner Occupied | 43.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 56.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
ZIP code 30606 is located in Athens, Georgia, within Clarke County. With a population of 48,156, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.4 years. Economically, 30606 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,397 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 30606 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $332,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,222 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (43.7%) and renters (56.3%). Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 30606 is majority White (60.54%). Residents are well-educated — 56.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.4%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 30606 stands at 3.0%, which is 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 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 30606 in Athens, GA is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 48,156 residents, a median household income of $61,397, and a median home value of $332,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.