| ZIP Code | 31204 |
|---|---|
| City | Macon |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Bibb County |
| Area Code | 478 |
| Elevation | 509 ft |
| Latitude | 32.848511 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.674745 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 13021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.2 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.46 |
| Below Poverty | 33.1% ▲ 231% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.9% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.9% ▲ 143% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 254 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,535 (34.7%) |
| Some College | 2,141 (11.4%) |
| Associates | 3,895 (20.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,517 (8.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,485 (23.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $38,478 ▼ 50% below avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $123,700 ▼ 56% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $917/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,578 |
| Vacant Units | 2,638 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,578 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,638 |
| Owner Occupied | 44.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 55.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
ZIP code 31204 is located in Macon, Georgia, within Bibb County. With a population of 32,730, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.2 years. Economically, 31204 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $38,478 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 31204 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $123,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $917 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (44.3%) and renters (55.7%). Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 31204 is majority Black (65.02%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 33.1%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 31204 stands at 11.9%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 31204 in Macon, GA is characterized as lower-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 32,730 residents, a median household income of $38,478, and a median home value of $123,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.