| ZIP Code | 30655 |
|---|---|
| City | Monroe |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Walton County |
| Area Code | 470/678/770/943 |
| Elevation | 869 ft |
| Latitude | 33.780196 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.692512 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 13297 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.8 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.86 |
| Below Poverty | 20.2% ▲ 102% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.0% ▼ 15% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 29% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 158 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,058 (32.3%) |
| Some College | 2,618 (16.7%) |
| Associates | 2,638 (16.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,355 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,812 (24.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,292 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $290,900 ≈ Avg ↑ 70% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,099/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,212 |
| Vacant Units | 516 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.86 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,212 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 516 |
| Owner Occupied | 67.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 32.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.86 |
ZIP code 30655 is located in Monroe, Georgia, within Walton County. With a population of 28,349, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.8 years. Economically, 30655 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $68,292 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 30655 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $290,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,099 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 67.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 70% since 2019.
The population of 30655 is majority White (63.81%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.2%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 30655 stands at 6.3%, which is above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 30655 in Monroe, GA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 28,349 residents, a median household income of $68,292, and a median home value of $290,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.