US ZIP Code
39828

Cairo, GA

Terrell County  ·  Georgia

● Active
👥 15,571 Population ↑ 8% since 2019
💰 $48,653 Median HH Income
▼ 36% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019
🎂 36.3 Median Age ↓ 6% since 2019
🏠 $129,600 Median Home Value
▼ 54% below avg ↑ 6% since 2019
🎓 25.6% College Grads
▼ 34% below avg
📊 3.4% Unemployment
▼ 31% below avg ↓ 13% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code39828
CityCairo
StateGeorgia (GA)
CountyTerrell County
Area Code229
Elevation152 ft
Latitude30.79859
Longitude-84.226723
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS13131
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 48.0% (7,468) Female 52.0% (8,103) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 42.5%Hispanic: 17%Black: 39.3%Asian: 0%Other: 1%Race
White42.5%
Hispanic17.0%
Black39.3%
Asian0.0%
Other1.0%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
21%
18–24
8%
25–44
24%
45–64
22%
65+
9%

Key Indicators

Median Age36.3 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.72
Below Poverty25.3% ▲ 153% above avg
College Grads25.6% ▼ 34% below avg
Unemployment3.4% ▼ 31% below avg
No HS Diploma212 (2.6%)
HS Graduate3,104 (37.7%)
Some College1,234 (15%)
Associates1,573 (19.1%)
Bachelors724 (8.8%)
Graduate Degree1,377 (16.7%)

Education

No HS: 2.6%HS Grad: 37.7%Some College: 15%Associates: 19.1%Bachelors: 8.8%Graduate: 16.7%Edu
No HS2.6%
HS Grad37.7%
Some College15.0%
Associates19.1%
Bachelors8.8%
Graduate16.7%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 57.9%Renter: 42.1%Tenure
Owner57.9%
Renter42.1%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
11%
$50k–100k
26%
$100k–150k
21%
$150k–200k
11%
$200k–300k
20%
$300k–500k
9%
Over $500k
3%

Financials

Median HH Income$48,653 ▼ 36% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019
Median Home Value$129,600 ▼ 54% below avg ↑ 6% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$746/mo ↓ 4% since 2019
Total Units6,346
Vacant Units654
Avg HH Size2.72

Income Distribution

Under $25k
27%
$25k–50k
21%
$50k–75k
17%
$75k–100k
15%
$100k–150k
11%
$150k–200k
2%
Over $200k
7%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
96%
Walked
0%
Work From Home
4%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
36%
15–30 min
31%
30–45 min
18%
Over 45 min
15%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
2%
1940s–1950s
7%
1960s–1970s
12%
1980s–1990s
23%
2000+
56%

Summary

Total Units6,346
Vacant654
Owner Occupied57.9%
Renter Occupied42.1%
Avg HH Size2.72
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 39828 is in Cairo, GA, in Terrell County.
ZIP code 39828 is located in Georgia (GA).
ZIP code 39828 is in Terrell County, GA.
ZIP 39828 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 39828 is 15,571 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 39828 is $48,653 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 39828 is $129,600 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 39828

ZIP code 39828 is located in Cairo, Georgia, within Terrell County. With a population of 15,571, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.3 years. Economically, 39828 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $48,653 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 39828 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $129,600 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $746 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.9%) and renters (42.1%). Median home values have increased by 6% since 2019.

The population of 39828 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 42.5%. Residents are moderately educated — 25.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 25.3%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 39828 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.

Overall, ZIP code 39828 in Cairo, GA is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 15,571 residents, a median household income of $48,653, and a median home value of $129,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Georgia.