| ZIP Code | 30906 |
|---|---|
| City | Augusta |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Richmond County |
| Area Code | 706/762 |
| Elevation | 230 ft |
| Latitude | 33.346732 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.967703 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 13245 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.81 |
| Below Poverty | 24.2% ▲ 142% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.3% ▼ 35% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.7% ▲ 78% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 543 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 12,760 (36.5%) |
| Some College | 5,237 (15%) |
| Associates | 7,568 (21.7%) |
| Bachelors | 4,078 (11.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,760 (13.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $46,159 ▼ 40% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $115,000 ▼ 59% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,051/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 24,663 |
| Vacant Units | 3,408 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.81 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 24,663 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,408 |
| Owner Occupied | 52.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 47.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.81 |
ZIP code 30906 is located in Augusta, Georgia, within Richmond County. With a population of 61,415, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.1 years. Economically, 30906 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $46,159 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 30906 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $115,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,051 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (52.6%) and renters (47.4%). Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 30906 is majority Black (64.49%). Residents are moderately educated — 25.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 24.2%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 30906 stands at 8.7%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 30906 in Augusta, GA is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 61,415 residents, a median household income of $46,159, and a median home value of $115,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.