ZIP Code 30253, Georgia
ZIP Code 30253 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 30253 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Henry County, Georgia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 64,779. The land area covers 46.88 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 64,779 | ±3,153 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 22,583 | ±874 | 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 | 23,981 | ±853 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 22,583 | ±874 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,398 | ±406 |
| Median Home Value | $315,800 | ±$10,225 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,794 | ±$58 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $81,892 | ±$3,481 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,421 | ±$1,637 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.7% | ±2.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 8,689 | ±1,568 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 31,725 | ±1,686 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.1% | ±0.8% |
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: 259,315 (2024)
ID: 102141
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASSISTANT FINANCE DIRECTOR
140 HENRY PKWY, MCDONOUGH GA 30253-6696
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Griffin, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Rex, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Conley, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Griffin, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lithonia, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Jonesboro, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Griffin, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Stockbridge, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Stockbridge, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Forest Park, 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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Empire Beauty School-Morrow
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College Vocational | 11.1 mi away | 1958 Mt Zion Rd, Ste 205, Morrow, GA, 30260 |
8009204593
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MCDONOUGH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 1001 FLORENCE MCGARITY BLVD, MCDONOUGH, GA, 30252 |
(678) 432-5353
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Interactive College of Technology-Morrow
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College | 11.6 mi away | 3000 Corporate Center Drive Suite 200, Morrow, GA, 30260 |
7709601298
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FORTSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 61 MCDONOUGH STREET, HAMPTON, GA, 30228 |
(678) 432-5353
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United Education Institute-Morrow
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College Vocational | 12.0 mi away | 1564 Southlake Parkway, Morrow, GA, 30260-2941 |
6784224500
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COCHRAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 174 BURKE ST, STOCKBRIDGE, GA, 30281 |
(678) 432-5353
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Clayton State University
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College | 12.7 mi away | 2000 Clayton State Boulevard, Morrow, GA, 30260-0285 |
6784664000
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LOVEJOY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 1721 MCDONOUGH ROAD, HAMPTON, GA, 30228 |
(770) 472-8129
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Southern Crescent Technical College
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College | 15.0 mi away | 501 Varsity Rd, Griffin, GA, 30223-2042 |
7702293327
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LOCUST GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 115 MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. BLVD., LOCUST GROVE, GA, 30428 |
(678) 432-5353
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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 9.0 miles from ZCTA5 30253. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonough city | City | 2.4 mi | — |
| Stockbridge city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Lovejoy city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
| Heron Bay CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
| Hampton city | City | 8.3 mi | — |
| Bonanza CDP | CDP | 8.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 30253. • 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.