ZIP Code 30506, Georgia
ZIP Code 30506 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 30506 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Forsyth County / Hall County, Georgia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 45,612. The land area covers 100.49 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 45,612 | ±2,308 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.1 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 16,720 | ±758 | 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 | 19,146 | ±765 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 16,720 | ±758 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,426 | ±438 |
| Median Home Value | $390,500 | ±$17,820 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,371 | ±$85 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $97,413 | ±$6,085 |
| Per Capita Income | $52,071 | ±$3,668 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.3% | ±1.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,754 | ±707 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 21,925 | ±1,174 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.2% | ±2.5% |
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: 280,096 (2024)
ID: 161749
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR OF FINANCE CONTROLLER
110 E MAIN ST, STE 210, CUMMING GA 30040-2474
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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 | Cumming, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dawsonville, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dawsonville, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-02 | Buford, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | Buford, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Buford, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Flowery Branch, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Gainesville, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cumming, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Flowery Branch, 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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Brenau University
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College | 5.2 mi away | 500 Washington Street SE, Gainesville, GA, 30501-3668 |
7705346299
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MURRAYVILLE LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 4796 THOMPSON BRIDGE ROAD, GAINESVILLE, GA, 30506 |
(770) 532-3311
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Interactive College of Technology-Gainesville
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College | 5.4 mi away | 2323-C Browns Bridge Rd, Gainesville, GA, 30504 |
6784500550
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HALL COUNTY LIBRARY - HEADQUARTERS
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 127 MAIN STREET NW, GAINESVILLE, GA, 30501 |
(770) 532-3311
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Lanier Technical College
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College | 6.8 mi away | 2535 Lanier Tech Drive, Gainesville, GA, 30507 |
7705337000
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NORTH HALL TECH CENTER
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 4175 NOPONE ROAD STE B, GAINESVILLE, GA, 30506 |
(770) 532-3311
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University of North Georgia
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College | 13.7 mi away | 82 College Circle, Dahlonega, GA, 30597 |
7068641400
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DAWSON COUNTY SATELLITE
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 145 LIBERTY DRIVE, STE 140, DAWSONVILLE, GA, 30534 | — |
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MAK Beauty Institute
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College Vocational | 18.0 mi away | 570 Lakeland Plaza, Cumming, GA, 30040-2783 |
7702929669
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BLACKSHEAR PLACE LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 2927 ATLANTA HIGHWAY, GAINESVILLE, GA, 30507 |
(770) 532-3311
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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 GAINESVILLE, GA US, located 3.8 miles from ZCTA5 30506. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51.1° | 31.1° | 41.1° | 5.28" | 0.7" |
| February | 54.9° | 33.5° | 44.2° | 5.15" | 0.5" |
| March | 63.0° | 39.7° | 51.4° | 5.31" | 0.1" |
| April | 71.3° | 47.1° | 59.2° | 4.19" | 0.0" |
| May | 78.0° | 56.0° | 67.0° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.6° | 64.0° | 74.3° | 4.51" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.8° | 67.8° | 77.8° | 3.90" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.4° | 66.9° | 76.7° | 5.11" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.1° | 60.9° | 71.0° | 4.13" | 0.0" |
| October | 71.9° | 49.9° | 60.9° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| November | 62.0° | 39.6° | 50.8° | 4.39" | 0.0" |
| December | 53.8° | 34.3° | 44.0° | 5.16" | 0.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gainesville city | City | 5.5 mi | — |
| Oakwood city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
| Clermont town | Town | 11.6 mi | — |
| Flowery Branch city | City | 12.2 mi | — |
| Dahlonega city | City | 13.5 mi | — |
| Lula city | City | 13.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 30506. • 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.