| ZIP Code | 31707 |
|---|---|
| City | Albany |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Dougherty County |
| Area Code | 229 |
| Elevation | 192 ft |
| Latitude | 31.586919 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.206431 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 13095 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.2 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.10 |
| Below Poverty | 22.9% ▲ 129% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 19% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 149 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,932 (29.2%) |
| Some College | 1,758 (13%) |
| Associates | 2,203 (16.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,636 (12.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,795 (28.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,179 ▼ 36% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $131,900 ▼ 53% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $934/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,652 |
| Vacant Units | 1,670 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,652 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,670 |
| Owner Occupied | 43.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 56.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
ZIP code 31707 is located in Albany, Georgia, within Dougherty County. With a population of 23,322, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.2 years. Economically, 31707 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $49,179 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 31707 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $131,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $934 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (43.5%) and renters (56.5%). Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 31707 is majority Black (62.72%). Residents are well-educated — 40.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.9%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 31707 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 31707 in Albany, GA is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 23,322 residents, a median household income of $49,179, and a median home value of $131,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.