Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.69 |
| Below Poverty | 22.0% ▲ 120% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 20% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 468 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 12,232 (41.5%) |
| Some College | 3,930 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 4,382 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 2,769 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,689 (19.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,658 ▼ 35% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $148,285 ▼ 47% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $781/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 21,747 |
| Vacant Units | 3,748 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Laurens County is located in Georgia and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 49,082 residents. With a median age of 40.17, it is a middle-aged county.
Laurens County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $49,657 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.9%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 22.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Laurens County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $148,285 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $781. Homeownership rates are high at 65.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Laurens County are majority White (56.11%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Laurens County, GA is a working-class 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31009 | Cadwell | 1,142 | $48,302 | $90,500 | $641 | 7.9% | 20.7% |
| 31019 | Dexter | 3,198 | $47,764 | $106,900 | $892 | 4.3% | 34.1% |
| 31021 | Dublin | 27,388 | $50,956 | $178,500 | $741 | 7.0% | 30.6% |
| 31022 | Dudley | 1,721 | $59,250 | $172,400 | $960 | 3.4% | 48.4% |
| 31027 | East Dublin | 10,879 | $44,537 | $89,700 | $818 | 5.1% | 21.5% |
| 31065 | Montrose | 1,714 | $59,813 | $231,800 | $1,010 | 1.6% | 20.8% |
| 31075 | Rentz | 2,582 | $47,333 | $89,400 | $704 | 0.0% | 27.8% |
| 30454 | Rockledge | 458 | $49,292 | $95,000 | — | 18.6% | 22.4% |