Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.75 |
| Below Poverty | 13.9% ▲ 39% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.8% ▼ 15% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 50% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 743 (2.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,110 (31.9%) |
| Some College | 4,861 (17%) |
| Associates | 4,376 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,934 (6.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,550 (26.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,719 ▼ 16% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $212,502 ▼ 24% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $897/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 19,988 |
| Vacant Units | 3,179 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Habersham County is located in Georgia and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 48,454 residents. With a median age of 41.27, it is a middle-aged county.
Habersham County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $63,719 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.5%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 13.9% is above the national average.
Housing in Habersham County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $212,502 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $896. Homeownership rates are high at 74.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Habersham County are primarily White (77.69%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 32.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Habersham County, GA is a solidly middle-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30510 | Alto | 8,738 | $49,005 | $184,600 | $630 | 2.0% | 20.1% |
| 30523 | Clarkesville | 13,777 | $76,780 | $244,200 | $933 | 3.1% | 39.0% |
| 30531 | Cornelia | 11,044 | $55,403 | $195,300 | $951 | 2.9% | 38.9% |
| 30535 | Demorest | 8,755 | $55,380 | $210,000 | $1,041 | 2.0% | 30.6% |
| 30563 | Mount Airy | 6,140 | $82,202 | $215,600 | $892 | 1.8% | 28.8% |