Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 19.4% ▲ 94% above avg |
| College Grads | 21.6% ▼ 44% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 141 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,991 (44.5%) |
| Some College | 1,956 (17.4%) |
| Associates | 1,702 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 672 (6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,757 (15.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,400 ▼ 23% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $139,735 ▼ 50% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $915/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,554 |
| Vacant Units | 1,322 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Meriwether County is located in Georgia and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 17,656 residents. With a median age of 45.65, it is a mature county.
Meriwether County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $58,400 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 19.4% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Meriwether County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $139,735 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $914. Homeownership rates are high at 70.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Meriwether County are majority White (56.98%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 21.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Meriwether 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30218 | Gay | 1,721 | $62,384 | $187,400 | $1,397 | 4.4% | 25.1% |
| 30222 | Greenville | 4,219 | $63,281 | $115,700 | $857 | 7.4% | 16.3% |
| 30251 | Luthersville | 2,262 | $66,721 | $203,800 | $874 | 3.4% | 19.7% |
| 31816 | Manchester | 4,872 | $51,052 | $140,700 | $904 | 4.6% | 22.4% |
| 31830 | Warm Springs | 2,404 | $56,667 | $128,900 | $751 | 2.6% | 25.9% |
| 30293 | Woodbury | 2,178 | $55,506 | $91,900 | $891 | 4.2% | 24.2% |