| ZIP Code | 30904 |
|---|---|
| City | Augusta |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Richmond County |
| Area Code | 706/762 |
| Elevation | 373 ft |
| Latitude | 33.478289 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.014102 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 13245 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.5 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 24.2% ▲ 142% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 14% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 257 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,928 (32.6%) |
| Some College | 1,305 (8.6%) |
| Associates | 2,559 (16.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,162 (7.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,889 (32.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $45,636 ▼ 40% below avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $185,400 ▼ 33% below avg ↑ 79% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $953/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,558 |
| Vacant Units | 2,991 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,558 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,991 |
| Owner Occupied | 47.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 53.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 30904 is located in Augusta, Georgia, within Richmond County. With a population of 23,688, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.5 years. Economically, 30904 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $45,636 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 30904 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $185,400 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $953 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (47.0%) and renters (53.0%). Median home values have increased by 79% since 2019.
The population of 30904 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 46.9%. Residents are well-educated — 40.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 24.2%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 30904 stands at 5.6%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 30904 in Augusta, GA is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 23,688 residents, a median household income of $45,636, and a median home value of $185,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.