US ZIP Code
31047

Kathleen, GA

Houston County  ·  Georgia

● Active
👥 19,945 Population ↑ 34% since 2019
💰 $115,581 Median HH Income
▲ 51% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019
🎂 38.2 Median Age ↑ 2% since 2019
🏠 $278,200 Median Home Value
≈ Avg ↑ 43% since 2019
🎓 61.5% College Grads
▲ 59% above avg
📊 3.0% Unemployment
▼ 39% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code31047
CityKathleen
StateGeorgia (GA)
CountyHouston County
Area Code478
Elevation282 ft
Latitude32.466866
Longitude-83.580995
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS13153
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 51.0% (10,170) Female 49.0% (9,775) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 65%Hispanic: 8.5%Black: 18.3%Asian: 2.9%Other: 5.4%Race
White65.0%
Hispanic8.5%
Black18.3%
Asian2.9%
Other5.4%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
7%
5–17
22%
18–24
6%
25–44
26%
45–64
30%
65+
4%

Key Indicators

Median Age38.2 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.96
Below Poverty5.1% ▼ 49% below avg
College Grads61.5% ▲ 59% above avg
Unemployment3.0% ▼ 39% below avg
No HS Diploma126 (1%)
HS Graduate2,036 (16.7%)
Some College1,240 (10.2%)
Associates1,296 (10.6%)
Bachelors1,768 (14.5%)
Graduate Degree5,739 (47%)

Education

No HS: 1%HS Grad: 16.7%Some College: 10.2%Associates: 10.6%Bachelors: 14.5%Graduate: 47%Edu
No HS1.0%
HS Grad16.7%
Some College10.2%
Associates10.6%
Bachelors14.5%
Graduate47.0%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 86.7%Renter: 13.3%Tenure
Owner86.7%
Renter13.3%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
5%
$50k–100k
2%
$100k–150k
2%
$150k–200k
14%
$200k–300k
33%
$300k–500k
36%
Over $500k
8%

Financials

Median HH Income$115,581 ▲ 51% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019
Median Home Value$278,200 ≈ Avg ↑ 43% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,514/mo ↑ 39% since 2019
Total Units7,243
Vacant Units510
Avg HH Size2.96

Income Distribution

Under $25k
5%
$25k–50k
4%
$50k–75k
15%
$75k–100k
11%
$100k–150k
32%
$150k–200k
17%
Over $200k
15%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
87%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
12%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
19%
15–30 min
54%
30–45 min
18%
Over 45 min
8%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
1%
1940s–1950s
1%
1960s–1970s
5%
1980s–1990s
26%
2000+
67%

Summary

Total Units7,243
Vacant510
Owner Occupied86.7%
Renter Occupied13.3%
Avg HH Size2.96
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 31047 is in Kathleen, GA, in Houston County.
ZIP code 31047 is located in Georgia (GA).
ZIP code 31047 is in Houston County, GA.
ZIP 31047 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 31047 is 19,945 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 31047 is $115,581 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 31047 is $278,200 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 31047

ZIP code 31047 is located in Kathleen, Georgia, within Houston County. With a population of 19,945, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.2 years. Economically, 31047 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $115,581 is significantly above the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 31047 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $278,200 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,514 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.

The population of 31047 is majority White (64.96%). Residents are highly educated — 61.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.1%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 31047 stands at 3.0%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.

Overall, ZIP code 31047 in Kathleen, GA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,945 residents, a median household income of $115,581, and a median home value of $278,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.