| ZIP Code | 31709 |
|---|---|
| City | Americus |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Sumter County |
| Area Code | 229 |
| Elevation | 371 ft |
| Latitude | 32.046416 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.149578 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 13261 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.5 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 22.0% ▲ 120% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.7% ▲ 8% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 35% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 181 (2.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,375 (31.4%) |
| Some College | 766 (10.1%) |
| Associates | 1,089 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,027 (13.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,130 (28.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $41,400 ▼ 46% below avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $130,600 ▼ 53% below avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $904/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,846 |
| Vacant Units | 933 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,846 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 933 |
| Owner Occupied | 44.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 56.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 31709 is located in Americus, Georgia, within Sumter County. With a population of 14,966, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.5 years. Economically, 31709 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $41,400 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 31709 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $130,600 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $904 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (44.0%) and renters (56.0%). Median home values have increased by 13% since 2019.
The population of 31709 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 48.8%. Residents are well-educated — 41.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.0%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 31709 stands at 6.6%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 31709 in Americus, GA is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 14,966 residents, a median household income of $41,400, and a median home value of $130,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.