Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.84 |
| Below Poverty | 7.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| College Grads | 40.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 350 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,073 (29.6%) |
| Some College | 5,129 (13.7%) |
| Associates | 5,853 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 4,203 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,857 (29%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $88,001 ▲ 15% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $248,746 ▼ 11% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,232/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 23,639 |
| Vacant Units | 1,611 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Effingham County is located in Georgia and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 62,391 residents. With a median age of 36.05, it is a relatively young county.
Effingham County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $88,000 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 7.0% is well below the national average.
Housing in Effingham County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $248,746 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,231. Homeownership rates are high at 79.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Effingham County are primarily White (72.75%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Effingham County, GA is a middle-income 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31307 | Eden | 1,620 | $110,573 | $270,700 | — | 0.0% | 61.0% |
| 31312 | Guyton | 25,286 | $98,367 | $264,700 | $1,394 | 5.1% | 42.5% |
| 31318 | Meldrim | 445 | $52,234 | $275,000 | — | 0.0% | 34.5% |
| 31326 | Rincon | 23,882 | $82,196 | $244,300 | $1,141 | 5.4% | 39.5% |
| 31329 | Springfield | 9,102 | $72,163 | $221,800 | $1,141 | 3.6% | 31.9% |