Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 18.1% ▲ 81% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.1% ▲ 46% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,120 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 44,630 (29.9%) |
| Some College | 18,130 (12.1%) |
| Associates | 26,846 (18%) |
| Bachelors | 16,047 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 41,676 (27.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,611 ▼ 22% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $176,276 ▼ 37% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,115/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 110,275 |
| Vacant Units | 20,087 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Richmond County is located in Georgia and encompasses 15 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 247,941 residents. With a median age of 36.1, it is a relatively young county.
Richmond County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $59,610 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.1%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 18.1% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Richmond County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $176,276 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,115.
The residents of Richmond County are racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 47.8%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Richmond County, GA is a solidly middle-class area in Georgia. The 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30901 | Augusta | 16,187 | $23,019 | $92,200 | $805 | 15.4% | 24.0% |
| 30904 | Augusta | 23,688 | $45,636 | $185,400 | $953 | 5.6% | 40.1% |
| 30905 | Augusta | 7,589 | $65,583 | — | $1,624 | 1.2% | 45.4% |
| 30906 | Augusta | 61,415 | $46,159 | $115,000 | $1,051 | 8.7% | 25.3% |
| 30907 | Augusta | 47,167 | $83,349 | $232,000 | $1,211 | 4.9% | 48.8% |
| 30909 | Augusta | 44,940 | $67,710 | $237,600 | $1,196 | 5.8% | 50.7% |
| 30805 | Blythe | 2,722 | $51,352 | $130,400 | $765 | 6.7% | 20.6% |
| 30815 | Hephzibah | 44,017 | $65,132 | $168,300 | $1,155 | 7.6% | 35.6% |