Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | -1.37 |
| Below Poverty | 22.9% ▲ 129% above avg |
| College Grads | 54.3% ▲ 40% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,666 (2.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 14,138 (20.1%) |
| Some College | 6,663 (9.5%) |
| Associates | 9,309 (13.3%) |
| Bachelors | 5,831 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 32,620 (46.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $53,906 ▼ 29% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $280,174 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,154/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 60,276 |
| Vacant Units | 3,137 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Clarke County is located in Georgia and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 138,156 residents. With a median age of 30.87, it is a relatively young county.
Clarke County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $53,906 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.1%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 22.9% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Clarke County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $280,174 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,153.
The residents of Clarke County are majority White (55.37%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 54.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Clarke County, GA is a working-class area in Georgia. The 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30601 | Athens | 24,288 | $37,357 | $213,300 | $1,198 | 7.2% | 46.3% |
| 30605 | Athens | 41,788 | $48,188 | $279,200 | $1,104 | 5.0% | 61.9% |
| 30606 | Athens | 48,156 | $61,397 | $332,600 | $1,222 | 3.0% | 56.9% |
| 30607 | Athens | 11,220 | $63,727 | $235,000 | $1,012 | 5.3% | 48.3% |
| 30683 | Winterville | 7,826 | $75,625 | $235,100 | $1,063 | 1.8% | 42.3% |