| ZIP Code | 31566 |
|---|---|
| City | Waynesville |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Brantley County |
| Area Code | 912 |
| Elevation | 59 ft |
| Latitude | 31.182755 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.805594 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 13025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 37.7% ▲ 277% above avg |
| College Grads | 16.0% ▼ 59% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 38% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 58 (2.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 955 (38.9%) |
| Some College | 823 (33.5%) |
| Associates | 227 (9.2%) |
| Bachelors | 196 (8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 197 (8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $33,184 ▼ 57% below avg ↓ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $88,100 ▼ 68% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $526/mo ↑ 8% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,743 |
| Vacant Units | 200 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,743 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 200 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
ZIP code 31566 is located in Waynesville, Georgia, within Brantley County. With a population of 4,007, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.4 years. Economically, 31566 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $33,184 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 31566 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $88,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $526 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 19% since 2019.
The population of 31566 is primarily White (88.15%). Residents are less-educated — 16.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 37.7%. Household income has declined by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 31566 stands at 3.0%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 94%.
Overall, ZIP code 31566 in Waynesville, GA is characterized as lower-income, less-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,007 residents, a median household income of $33,184, and a median home value of $88,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.