| ZIP Code | 39828 |
|---|---|
| City | Cairo |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Terrell County |
| Area Code | 229 |
| Elevation | 152 ft |
| Latitude | 30.79859 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.226723 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 13131 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.3 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.72 |
| Below Poverty | 25.3% ▲ 153% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.6% ▼ 34% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 31% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 212 (2.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,104 (37.7%) |
| Some College | 1,234 (15%) |
| Associates | 1,573 (19.1%) |
| Bachelors | 724 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,377 (16.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
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 Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $746/mo ↓ 4% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,346 |
| Vacant Units | 654 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,346 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 654 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
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.