Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.65 |
| Below Poverty | 13.5% ▲ 35% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.0% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 239 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,059 (40%) |
| Some College | 1,934 (15.3%) |
| Associates | 1,493 (11.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,420 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,512 (19.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,337 ▼ 26% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $132,425 ▼ 53% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $807/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,891 |
| Vacant Units | 1,002 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Pierce County is located in Georgia and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 21,052 residents. With a median age of 40.41, it is a middle-aged county.
Pierce County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $56,336 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 13.5% is above the national average.
Housing in Pierce County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $132,425 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $806. Homeownership rates are high at 79.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Pierce County are primarily White (82.14%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Pierce County, GA is a solidly middle-class area in Georgia. The 5 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.