Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.69 |
| Below Poverty | 19.7% ▲ 97% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.9% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 256 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,675 (37.7%) |
| Some College | 1,705 (13.7%) |
| Associates | 2,318 (18.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,316 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,132 (17.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,128 ▼ 34% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $128,349 ▼ 54% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $797/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 10,102 |
| Vacant Units | 1,907 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Burke County is located in Georgia and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 21,891 residents. With a median age of 38.82, it is a middle-aged county.
Burke County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $50,127 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.1%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 19.7% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Burke County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $128,349 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $796. Homeownership rates are high at 68.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Burke County are racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 47.0%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Burke County, GA is a working-class area in Georgia. The 6 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30426 | Girard | 739 | $80,625 | $45,200 | — | 14.3% | 21.2% |
| 30816 | Keysville | 2,286 | $43,625 | $125,000 | $753 | 1.6% | 24.5% |
| 30441 | Midville | 1,942 | $36,886 | $73,700 | $707 | 2.9% | 19.8% |
| 30456 | Sardis | 1,851 | $53,133 | $80,100 | $633 | 0.0% | 26.0% |
| 30830 | Waynesboro | 15,073 | $50,956 | $145,900 | $835 | 7.5% | 30.1% |