| ZIP Code | 31516 |
|---|---|
| City | Blackshear |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Area Code | 912 |
| Elevation | 88 ft |
| Latitude | 31.309371 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.25326 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 13229 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.0 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 11.3% ▲ 13% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 204 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,685 (39.3%) |
| Some College | 1,236 (13.2%) |
| Associates | 1,092 (11.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,141 (12.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,017 (21.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,394 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $132,200 ▼ 53% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $823/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,627 |
| Vacant Units | 676 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,627 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 676 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
ZIP code 31516 is located in Blackshear, Georgia, within Pierce County. With a population of 15,465, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41 years. Economically, 31516 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,394 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 31516 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $132,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $823 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 31516 is primarily White (83.67%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.3%. Household income has grown by 45% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 31516 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 31516 in Blackshear, GA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 15,465 residents, a median household income of $57,394, and a median home value of $132,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.