ZIP Code 30601, Georgia
ZIP Code 30601 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 30601 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Clarke County / Jackson County / Madison County, Georgia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 25,899. The land area covers 23.37 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,899 | ±1,580 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 28.1 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,346 | ±634 | 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 | 12,372 | ±637 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,346 | ±634 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,026 | ±263 |
| Median Home Value | $215,400 | ±$25,915 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,232 | ±$65 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $39,219 | ±$3,972 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,745 | ±$2,345 |
| Poverty Rate | 36.7% | ±4.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 9,380 | ±1,255 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.2% | ±2.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 13,105 | ±1,017 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.6% | ±2.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Athens, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Athens, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Statham, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Athens, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Athens, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Athens, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Athens, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Athens, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Athens, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bogart, 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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Athens Technical College
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College | 0.7 mi away | 800 U.S. Hwy 29 North, Athens, GA, 30601 |
7063555000
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PINEWOODS LIBRARY AND LEARNING CENTER
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 1465 U.S. HIGHWAY 29 N, LOT G-10, B, ATHENS, GA, 30601 |
(706) 613-3708
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University of Georgia
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College | 3.3 mi away | Administration Building, Athens, GA, 30602 |
7065423000
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AARON HEARD RESOURCE CENTER
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 400 MCKINLEY DRIVE, ATHENS, GA, 30601 |
(706) 613-3657
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Georgia Institute of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 7.4 mi away | 3529 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GA, 30606-3152 |
706549640025
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LAY PARK RESOURCE CENTER
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 297 HOYT STREET, ATHENS, GA, 30601 |
(706) 613-3667
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College of Athens
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College | 11.1 mi away | 1331 New High Shoals Rd, Watkinsville, GA, 30677 |
7067691472
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WINTERVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 115 MARIGOLD LANE, WINTERVILLE, GA, 30683 |
(706) 742-7735
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Emmanuel University
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College | 22.8 mi away | 181 Spring St, Franklin Springs, GA, 30639 |
7062457226
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ATHENS-CLARKE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 2025 BAXTER STREET, ATHENS, GA, 30606 |
(706) 613-3650
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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 ATHENS BEN EPPS AP, GA US, located 3.6 miles from ZCTA5 30601. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54.7° | 33.8° | 44.3° | 4.36" | — |
| February | 58.9° | 36.9° | 47.9° | 4.36" | — |
| March | 66.8° | 42.9° | 54.9° | 4.37" | — |
| April | 74.8° | 49.8° | 62.3° | 3.52" | — |
| May | 82.3° | 58.6° | 70.5° | 3.28" | — |
| June | 88.9° | 66.5° | 77.7° | 4.88" | — |
| July | 92.0° | 70.0° | 81.0° | 4.20" | — |
| August | 90.4° | 69.2° | 79.8° | 4.55" | — |
| September | 84.6° | 63.3° | 73.9° | 3.89" | — |
| October | 75.1° | 51.9° | 63.5° | 3.34" | — |
| November | 64.9° | 41.6° | 53.3° | 3.77" | — |
| December | 56.8° | 36.3° | 46.5° | 4.43" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hull city | City | 3.4 mi | — |
| Athens-Clarke County unified government (balance) | City | 3.6 mi | — |
| Winterville city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Colbert city | City | 8.2 mi | — |
| Nicholson city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
| Arnoldsville city | City | 9.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 30601. • 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.