US ZIP Code
31030

Fort Valley, GA

Peach County  ·  Georgia

● Active
👥 17,987 Population
💰 $58,141 Median HH Income
▼ 24% below avg ↑ 65% since 2019
🎂 36.0 Median Age ↑ 6% since 2019
🏠 $125,000 Median Home Value
▼ 55% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019
🎓 32.0% College Grads
▼ 18% below avg
📊 5.9% Unemployment
▲ 21% above avg ↓ 48% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code31030
CityFort Valley
StateGeorgia (GA)
CountyPeach County
Area Code478
Elevation530 ft
Latitude32.568973
Longitude-83.89188
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS13225
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 49.9% (8,972) Female 50.1% (9,015) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 34.8%Hispanic: 12.4%Black: 49.4%Asian: 0.2%Other: 2.8%Race
White34.8%
Hispanic12.4%
Black49.4%
Asian0.2%
Other2.8%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
15%
18–24
17%
25–44
22%
45–64
23%
65+
8%

Key Indicators

Median Age36.0 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.64
Below Poverty21.7% ▲ 117% above avg
College Grads32.0% ▼ 18% below avg
Unemployment5.9% ▲ 21% above avg
No HS Diploma455 (4.6%)
HS Graduate3,326 (33.9%)
Some College1,343 (13.7%)
Associates1,545 (15.8%)
Bachelors1,034 (10.5%)
Graduate Degree2,099 (21.4%)

Education

No HS: 4.6%HS Grad: 33.9%Some College: 13.7%Associates: 15.8%Bachelors: 10.5%Graduate: 21.4%Edu
No HS4.6%
HS Grad33.9%
Some College13.7%
Associates15.8%
Bachelors10.5%
Graduate21.4%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 63.7%Renter: 36.3%Tenure
Owner63.7%
Renter36.3%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
15%
$50k–100k
24%
$100k–150k
25%
$150k–200k
12%
$200k–300k
12%
$300k–500k
8%
Over $500k
4%

Financials

Median HH Income$58,141 ▼ 24% below avg ↑ 65% since 2019
Median Home Value$125,000 ▼ 55% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$839/mo ↑ 30% since 2019
Total Units7,942
Vacant Units1,747
Avg HH Size2.64

Income Distribution

Under $25k
25%
$25k–50k
18%
$50k–75k
18%
$75k–100k
8%
$100k–150k
20%
$150k–200k
6%
Over $200k
6%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
90%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
3%
Work From Home
6%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
31%
15–30 min
34%
30–45 min
23%
Over 45 min
12%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
2%
1940s–1950s
9%
1960s–1970s
18%
1980s–1990s
18%
2000+
54%

Summary

Total Units7,942
Vacant1,747
Owner Occupied63.7%
Renter Occupied36.3%
Avg HH Size2.64
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 31030 is in Fort Valley, GA, in Peach County.
ZIP code 31030 is located in Georgia (GA).
ZIP code 31030 is in Peach County, GA.
ZIP 31030 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 31030 is 17,987 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 31030 is $58,141 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 31030 is $125,000 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 31030

ZIP code 31030 is located in Fort Valley, Georgia, within Peach County. With a population of 17,987, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36 years. Economically, 31030 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,141 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 31030 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $125,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $839 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.

The population of 31030 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 49.4%. Residents are moderately educated — 32.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 21.7%. Household income has grown by 65% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 31030 stands at 5.9%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.

Overall, ZIP code 31030 in Fort Valley, GA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,987 residents, a median household income of $58,141, and a median home value of $125,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.