Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.95 |
| Below Poverty | 9.0% ▼ 11% below avg |
| College Grads | 42.4% ▲ 9% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 38% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,601 (2.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 18,027 (27.6%) |
| Some College | 9,576 (14.7%) |
| Associates | 8,225 (12.6%) |
| Bachelors | 6,447 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 21,436 (32.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $90,810 ▲ 19% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $330,235 ▲ 18% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,204/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 38,199 |
| Vacant Units | 2,730 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Jackson County is located in Georgia and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 104,976 residents. With a median age of 38.97, it is a middle-aged county.
Jackson County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $90,810 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 9.0% is near the national average.
Housing in Jackson County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $330,235 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,203. Homeownership rates are high at 80.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Jackson County are primarily White (78.11%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 42.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Jackson County, GA is a middle-income area in Georgia. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30517 | Braselton | 18,545 | $109,627 | $377,200 | $1,810 | 2.9% | 52.9% |
| 30529 | Commerce | 12,138 | $62,122 | $234,100 | $1,050 | 2.5% | 28.4% |
| 30530 | Commerce | 7,360 | $53,017 | $215,000 | $967 | 1.6% | 29.1% |
| 30548 | Hoschton | 24,602 | $112,986 | $415,600 | $1,282 | 2.2% | 51.1% |
| 30549 | Jefferson | 30,643 | $88,951 | $325,500 | $964 | 3.7% | 42.0% |
| 30565 | Nicholson | 4,703 | $56,049 | $221,800 | $1,063 | 6.3% | 32.6% |
| 30567 | Pendergrass | 5,169 | $85,208 | $291,300 | $1,086 | 2.2% | 31.2% |
| 30575 | Talmo | 1,816 | $80,481 | $275,300 | $679 | 8.6% | 29.9% |