| ZIP Code | 31312 |
|---|---|
| City | Guyton |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Effingham County |
| Area Code | 912 |
| Elevation | 92 ft |
| Latitude | 32.318665 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.400964 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 13103 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.09 |
| Below Poverty | 6.5% ▼ 35% below avg |
| College Grads | 42.5% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 114 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,876 (26.8%) |
| Some College | 2,269 (15.7%) |
| Associates | 2,058 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,776 (12.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,382 (30.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $98,367 ▲ 29% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $264,700 ≈ Avg ↑ 61% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,394/mo ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,803 |
| Vacant Units | 607 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.09 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,803 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 607 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.09 |
ZIP code 31312 is located in Guyton, Georgia, within Effingham County. With a population of 25,286, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.8 years. Economically, 31312 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $98,367 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 31312 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $264,700 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,394 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 61% since 2019.
The population of 31312 is primarily White (74.98%). Residents are well-educated — 42.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.5%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 31312 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 87%.
Overall, ZIP code 31312 in Guyton, GA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 25,286 residents, a median household income of $98,367, and a median home value of $264,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.