Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.23 |
| Below Poverty | 19.8% ▲ 98% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 10% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,227 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 20,455 (30.2%) |
| Some College | 8,642 (12.8%) |
| Associates | 11,645 (17.2%) |
| Bachelors | 7,211 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 18,511 (27.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,540 ▼ 25% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $185,136 ▼ 34% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,002/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 52,291 |
| Vacant Units | 5,553 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lowndes County is located in Georgia and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 124,393 residents. With a median age of 32.31, it is a relatively young county.
Lowndes County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $57,539 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 19.8% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Lowndes County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $185,136 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,001.
The residents of Lowndes County are majority White (51.7%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Lowndes County, GA is a solidly middle-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31632 | Hahira | 15,304 | $81,178 | $250,500 | $984 | 3.0% | 48.6% |
| 31636 | Lake Park | 11,184 | $64,340 | $204,200 | $814 | 6.8% | 26.7% |
| 31641 | Naylor | 1,765 | $46,500 | $178,100 | $1,097 | 0.0% | 34.9% |
| 31601 | Valdosta | 31,495 | $34,846 | $112,600 | $872 | 8.4% | 25.6% |
| 31602 | Valdosta | 35,347 | $55,980 | $197,100 | $1,046 | 5.3% | 43.0% |
| 31605 | Valdosta | 24,280 | $73,991 | $211,900 | $1,230 | 3.4% | 45.9% |
| 31606 | Valdosta | 3,391 | $43,411 | $188,300 | $769 | 0.9% | 30.4% |