ZIP Code 30540, Georgia
ZIP Code 30540 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 30540 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Gilmer County, Georgia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 20,582. The land area covers 196.50 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,582 | ±818 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 49.9 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,285 | ±533 | 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 | 11,052 | ±518 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,285 | ±533 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,767 | ±474 |
| Median Home Value | $294,600 | ±$27,944 |
| Median Gross Rent | $956 | ±$97 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $72,578 | ±$8,925 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,300 | ±$3,265 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.5% | ±4.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,569 | ±944 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.3% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,675 | ±648 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.6% | ±3.3% |
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: 33,327 (2024)
ID: 161751
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
1 BROAD ST, SUITE 106, ELLIJAY GA 30540
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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 | Blue Ridge, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Chatsworth, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ellijay, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Ellijay, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Chatsworth, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ellijay, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Chatsworth, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Blue Ridge, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Blue Ridge, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ellijay, GA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Dalton Institute of Esthetics and Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 24.4 mi away | 100 West Walnut Avenue Suite 126, Dalton, GA, 30720 |
7062780065
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GILMER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 268 CALVIN JACKSON DRIVE, ELLIJAY, GA, 30540 |
(706) 635-4528
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CHATSWORTH-MURRAY COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 706 OLD DALTON-ELLIJAY ROAD, CHATSWORTH, GA, 30705 |
(706) 695-4200
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FANNIN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 400 WEST MAIN STREET, SUITE 104, BLUE RIDGE, GA, 30513 |
(706) 632-5263
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PICKENS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 339 W CHURCH STREET, JASPER, GA, 30143 |
(706) 692-5411
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EAST POLK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.8 mi away | 136 MAIN STREET, SUITE A, DUCKTOWN, TN, 37326 |
(423) 548-4004
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DALTON-WHITFIELD COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 24.9 mi away | 310 CAPPES STREET, DALTON, GA, 30720 |
(706) 876-1360
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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 CHATSWORTH 2, GA US, located 12.7 miles from ZCTA5 30540. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50.6° | 30.3° | 40.5° | 4.88" | — |
| February | 54.6° | 33.3° | 44.0° | 4.71" | — |
| March | 62.7° | 40.1° | 51.4° | 5.26" | — |
| April | 72.0° | 47.1° | 59.5° | 5.02" | — |
| May | 79.2° | 55.7° | 67.4° | 4.64" | — |
| June | 85.9° | 64.3° | 75.1° | 5.54" | — |
| July | 89.2° | 67.7° | 78.5° | 5.43" | — |
| August | 88.7° | 66.6° | 77.6° | 4.30" | — |
| September | 83.7° | 60.3° | 72.0° | 4.32" | — |
| October | 73.6° | 48.4° | 61.0° | 3.45" | — |
| November | 62.4° | 38.0° | 50.2° | 4.56" | — |
| December | 53.2° | 33.3° | 43.3° | 5.39" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellijay city | City | 4.3 mi | — |
| East Ellijay city | City | 5.3 mi | — |
| Cherry Log CDP | CDP | 10.0 mi | — |
| Talking Rock town | Town | 14.1 mi | — |
| Chatsworth city | City | 14.2 mi | — |
| Eton city | City | 14.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 30540. • 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.