| ZIP Code | 31562 |
|---|---|
| City | Saint George |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Appling County |
| Area Code | 912 |
| Elevation | 157 ft |
| Latitude | 30.47534 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.103897 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 13049 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 22.3 yrs ↓ 45% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 4.62 |
| Below Poverty | 26.8% ▲ 168% above avg |
| College Grads | 16.8% ▼ 57% below avg |
| Unemployment | 17.8% ▲ 264% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 25 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 438 (37.7%) |
| Some College | 250 (21.5%) |
| Associates | 254 (21.9%) |
| Bachelors | 52 (4.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 143 (12.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Total Units | 1,002 |
|---|---|
| Vacant Units | 266 |
| Avg HH Size | 4.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,002 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 266 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 4.62 |
ZIP code 31562 is located in Saint George, Georgia, within Appling County. With a population of 3,398, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 22.3 years.
The population of 31562 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 49.6%. Residents are less-educated — 16.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 26.8%.
The unemployment rate in 31562 stands at 17.8%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 92%.
Overall, ZIP code 31562 in Saint George, GA is characterized as less-educated, a young community, and predominantly owner-occupied.