US ZIP Code
30655

Monroe, GA

Walton County  ·  Georgia

● Active
👥 28,349 Population ↑ 7% since 2019
💰 $68,292 Median HH Income
▼ 11% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019
🎂 35.8 Median Age ↑ 3% since 2019
🏠 $290,900 Median Home Value
≈ Avg ↑ 70% since 2019
🎓 33.0% College Grads
▼ 15% below avg
📊 6.3% Unemployment
▲ 29% above avg ↓ 9% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code30655
CityMonroe
StateGeorgia (GA)
CountyWalton County
Area Code470/678/770/943
Elevation869 ft
Latitude33.780196
Longitude-83.692512
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS13297
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 47.1% (13,352) Female 52.9% (14,997) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 63.8%Hispanic: 4%Black: 27.5%Asian: 0.6%Other: 3.3%Race
White63.8%
Hispanic4.0%
Black27.5%
Asian0.6%
Other3.3%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
7%
5–17
21%
18–24
9%
25–44
25%
45–64
23%
65+
7%

Key Indicators

Median Age35.8 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.86
Below Poverty20.2% ▲ 102% above avg
College Grads33.0% ▼ 15% below avg
Unemployment6.3% ▲ 29% above avg
No HS Diploma158 (1%)
HS Graduate5,058 (32.3%)
Some College2,618 (16.7%)
Associates2,638 (16.9%)
Bachelors1,355 (8.7%)
Graduate Degree3,812 (24.4%)

Education

No HS: 1%HS Grad: 32.3%Some College: 16.7%Associates: 16.9%Bachelors: 8.7%Graduate: 24.4%Edu
No HS1.0%
HS Grad32.3%
Some College16.7%
Associates16.9%
Bachelors8.7%
Graduate24.4%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 67.5%Renter: 32.5%Tenure
Owner67.5%
Renter32.5%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
5%
$50k–100k
2%
$100k–150k
8%
$150k–200k
10%
$200k–300k
26%
$300k–500k
35%
Over $500k
12%

Financials

Median HH Income$68,292 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019
Median Home Value$290,900 ≈ Avg ↑ 70% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,099/mo ↑ 16% since 2019
Total Units10,212
Vacant Units516
Avg HH Size2.86

Income Distribution

Under $25k
19%
$25k–50k
17%
$50k–75k
18%
$75k–100k
14%
$100k–150k
18%
$150k–200k
7%
Over $200k
8%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
85%
Public Transit
0%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
13%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
23%
15–30 min
30%
30–45 min
20%
Over 45 min
27%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
1%
1940s–1950s
5%
1960s–1970s
7%
1980s–1990s
25%
2000+
61%

Summary

Total Units10,212
Vacant516
Owner Occupied67.5%
Renter Occupied32.5%
Avg HH Size2.86
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 30655 is in Monroe, GA, in Walton County.
ZIP code 30655 is located in Georgia (GA).
ZIP code 30655 is in Walton County, GA.
ZIP 30655 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 30655 is 28,349 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 30655 is $68,292 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 30655 is $290,900 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 30655

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.