ZIP Code 30021, Georgia
ZIP Code 30021 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 30021 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in DeKalb County, Georgia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 27,781. The land area covers 3.58 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,781 | ±3,154 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 25.4 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,195 | ±528 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 8,618 | ±528 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,195 | ±528 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,423 | ±274 |
| Median Home Value | $275,400 | ±$26,994 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,346 | ±$58 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $52,278 | ±$4,495 |
| Per Capita Income | $20,777 | ±$2,629 |
| Poverty Rate | 29.3% | ±5.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 8,061 | ±1,699 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.1% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 11,093 | ±1,357 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.6% | ±2.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 770,307 (2024)
ID: 161744
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: C/O BUDGET/FINANCE DEPARTMENT
1300 COMMERCE DRIVE, 6TH FL, DECATUR GA 30030-3222
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lawrenceville, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Stone Mountain, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Smyrna, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Conley, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Snellville, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Snellville, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lithonia, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lilburn, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Smyrna, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | East Point, GA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Georgia Piedmont Technical College
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College | 1.2 mi away | 495 N Indian Creek Dr, Clarkston, GA, 30021-2397 |
40429795221282
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CLARKSTON BRANCH
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 951 N. INDIAN CREEK DR, CLARKSTON, GA, 30021 |
(404) 508-7175
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Pro Way Hair School
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College Vocational | 2.0 mi away | 5684 Memorial Dr, Stone Mountain, GA, 30083-3254 |
4042995156
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SCOTTDALE-TOBIE GRANT BRANCH
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 593 PARKDALE DRIVE, SCOTTDALE, GA, 30079 |
(404) 508-7174
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Woodruff Medical and Wellness Training
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College Vocational | 2.2 mi away | 1927 Lakeside Parkway, Tucker, GA, 30084 |
4702594514
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LIBRARY ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 3560 KENSINGTON ROAD, DECATUR, GA, 30032 |
(404) 508-7190
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United Education Institute-Stone Mountain
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College Vocational | 2.7 mi away | 971 North Hairston Road, Stone Mountain, GA, 30083-2871 |
8774634472
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NORTHLAKE-BARBARA LOAR BRANCH
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 3772 LAVISTA RD, TUCKER, GA, 30084 |
(404) 679-4408
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Empire Beauty School-Northlake
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College Vocational | 3.0 mi away | Briarcliff Village, 2190 Henderson Mill Road, Atlanta, GA, 30345-3762 |
8009204593
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COVINGTON BRANCH
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 3500 COVINGTON HWY, DECATUR, GA, 30032 |
(404) 508-7180
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ATLANTA PEACHTREE AP, GA US, located 5.9 miles from ZCTA5 30021. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51.9° | 32.7° | 42.3° | 4.57" | — |
| February | 56.4° | 35.9° | 46.1° | 4.47" | — |
| March | 64.4° | 42.2° | 53.3° | 4.70" | — |
| April | 72.7° | 49.2° | 60.9° | 3.87" | — |
| May | 80.3° | 58.5° | 69.4° | 3.83" | — |
| June | 86.2° | 66.3° | 76.2° | 4.69" | — |
| July | 89.4° | 69.9° | 79.6° | 4.71" | — |
| August | 88.2° | 69.1° | 78.6° | 4.51" | — |
| September | 82.9° | 62.8° | 72.9° | 4.12" | — |
| October | 72.8° | 50.9° | 61.9° | 3.39" | — |
| November | 62.5° | 40.6° | 51.5° | 4.21" | — |
| December | 54.4° | 35.5° | 44.9° | 4.36" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarkston city | City | 0.5 mi | — |
| Scottdale CDP | CDP | 1.7 mi | — |
| Pine Lake city | City | 2.2 mi | — |
| North Decatur CDP | CDP | 2.8 mi | — |
| Avondale Estates city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| Tucker city | City | 3.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 30021. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.