ZIP Code 30038, Georgia
ZIP Code 30038 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 30038 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in DeKalb County, Georgia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 43,776. The land area covers 28.80 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 43,776 | ±1,663 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14,635 | ±664 | 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 | 17,114 | ±717 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14,635 | ±664 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,479 | ±446 |
| Median Home Value | $247,000 | ±$14,897 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,685 | ±$68 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $73,694 | ±$7,919 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,326 | ±$2,484 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 6,164 | ±1,357 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.5% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 22,133 | ±1,201 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.6% | ±1.6% |
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 | 06-08 | Rex, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Stone Mountain, 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 | Jonesboro, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Atlanta, GA | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | Clarkston, 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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Luther Rice College & Seminary
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College | 2.4 mi away | 3038 Evans Mill Road, Lithonia, GA, 30038-9869 |
7704841204
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SALEM-PANOLA BRANCH
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 5137 SALEM RD, LITHONIA, GA, 30038 |
(770) 987-6900
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Gupton Jones College of Funeral Service
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College | 3.8 mi away | 5141 Snapfinger Woods Dr, Decatur, GA, 30035-4022 |
7705932257
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STONECREST BRANCH
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 3123 KLONDIKE ROAD, LITHONIA, GA, 30038 |
(770) 482-3828
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Georgia Career Institute
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College Vocational | 7.2 mi away | 900 Flat Shoals Road SE, Conyers, GA, 30094 |
7709227653
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LITHONIA-DAVIDSON BRANCH
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 6821 CHURCH ST, LITHONIA, GA, 30058 |
(770) 482-3820
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Beaver Beauty Academy
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College Vocational | 9.5 mi away | 1999 Candler Road, Decatur, GA, 30032-4281 |
6787058058
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FAIRVIEW BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 28 AUSTIN RD, STOCKBRIDGE, GA, 30281 |
(678) 432-5353
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United Education Institute-Stone Mountain
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College Vocational | 10.0 mi away | 971 North Hairston Road, Stone Mountain, GA, 30083-2871 |
8774634472
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WESLEY CHAPEL-WILLIAM C. BROWN BRANCH
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 2861 WESLEY CHAPEL ROAD, DECATUR, GA, 30034 |
(404) 286-6980
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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 MCDONOUGH 5 ENE, GA US, located 14.5 miles from ZCTA5 30038. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55.0° | 31.7° | 43.4° | 5.30" | — |
| February | 58.8° | 33.5° | 46.1° | 4.47" | — |
| March | 67.0° | 40.3° | 53.6° | 5.44" | — |
| April | 75.6° | 47.3° | 61.5° | 3.82" | — |
| May | 83.1° | 56.4° | 69.8° | 3.31" | — |
| June | 89.0° | 65.4° | 77.2° | 4.32" | — |
| July | 91.8° | 69.1° | 80.4° | 4.43" | — |
| August | 90.9° | 68.4° | 79.7° | 4.56" | — |
| September | 85.2° | 61.7° | 73.4° | 3.73" | — |
| October | 74.7° | 49.6° | 62.1° | 3.45" | — |
| November | 64.2° | 38.8° | 51.5° | 3.65" | — |
| December | 56.2° | 34.2° | 45.2° | 4.67" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonecrest city | City | 1.0 mi | — |
| Lithonia city | City | 3.8 mi | — |
| Redan CDP | CDP | 5.2 mi | — |
| Lakeview Estates CDP | CDP | 6.4 mi | — |
| Panthersville CDP | CDP | 8.3 mi | — |
| Candler-McAfee CDP | CDP | 8.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 30038. • 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.