| ZIP Code | 31520 |
|---|---|
| City | Brunswick |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Glynn County |
| Area Code | 912 |
| Elevation | 4 ft |
| Latitude | 31.178078 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.487563 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 13127 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.46 |
| Below Poverty | 29.7% ▲ 197% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.9% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.9% ▲ 41% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 413 (3.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,358 (39.8%) |
| Some College | 2,358 (17.5%) |
| Associates | 1,716 (12.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,254 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,375 (17.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $37,652 ▼ 51% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $135,100 ▼ 52% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $936/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,619 |
| Vacant Units | 1,704 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,619 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,704 |
| Owner Occupied | 43.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 56.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
ZIP code 31520 is located in Brunswick, Georgia, within Glynn County. With a population of 22,743, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.8 years. Economically, 31520 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $37,652 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 31520 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $135,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $936 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (43.2%) and renters (56.8%). Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 31520 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 49.6%. Residents are moderately educated — 26.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 29.7%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 31520 stands at 6.9%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 31520 in Brunswick, GA is characterized as lower-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 22,743 residents, a median household income of $37,652, and a median home value of $135,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.