Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 14.9% ▲ 49% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.0% ▼ 60% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 109 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,388 (28.7%) |
| Some College | 1,467 (12.4%) |
| Associates | 2,006 (17%) |
| Bachelors | 1,177 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,670 (31.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,103 ▼ 17% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $270,648 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,066/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 11,682 |
| Vacant Units | 4,685 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Rabun County is located in Georgia and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 16,786 residents. With a median age of 49.47, it is a mature county.
Rabun County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $63,102 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.0%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 14.9% is above the national average.
Housing in Rabun County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $270,648 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,066. Homeownership rates are high at 76.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Rabun County are primarily White (87.29%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Rabun County, GA is a solidly middle-class area in Georgia. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30525 | Clayton | 7,265 | $58,374 | $267,100 | $910 | 1.8% | 36.5% |
| 30537 | Dillard | 1,278 | $51,818 | $292,600 | $1,351 | 3.4% | 57.7% |
| 30552 | Lakemont | 1,834 | $58,417 | $282,500 | $1,139 | 2.4% | 36.9% |
| 30562 | Mountain City | 791 | $55,571 | $165,000 | $1,025 | 0.0% | 31.6% |
| 30568 | Rabun Gap | 2,227 | $74,753 | $271,500 | $894 | 2.5% | 40.4% |
| 30576 | Tiger | 3,142 | $75,000 | $289,000 | $1,402 | 1.5% | 47.0% |