ZIP Code 30656, Georgia
ZIP Code 30656 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 30656 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Barrow County / Walton County, Georgia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 18,650. The land area covers 71.54 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,650 | ±1,676 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.6 yrs | ±2.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,482 | ±511 | 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 | 6,672 | ±511 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,482 | ±511 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 190 | ±141 |
| Median Home Value | $355,100 | ±$19,260 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,074 | ±$394 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $93,428 | ±$5,056 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,593 | ±$4,182 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.2% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,697 | ±587 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6% | ±2.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,333 | ±927 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.6% | ±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: 96,294 (2024)
ID: 124401
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
30 N BROAD ST, STE 1, WINDER GA 30680-1939
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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 | Dacula, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Winder, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lawrenceville, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Monroe, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Auburn, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Winder, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Winder, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Loganville, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Grayson, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Statham, 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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Georgia Institute of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 15.9 mi away | 3529 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GA, 30606-3152 |
706549640025
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MONROE-WALTON COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 217 WEST SPRING STREET, MONROE, GA, 30655 |
(770) 267-4630
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College of Athens
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College | 17.0 mi away | 1331 New High Shoals Rd, Watkinsville, GA, 30677 |
7067691472
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WINDER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 189 BELLVIEW STREET, WINDER, GA, 30680 |
(770) 867-2762
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Georgia Gwinnett College
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College | 18.4 mi away | 1000 University Center Lane, Lawrenceville, GA, 30043 |
6784075000
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STATHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 1928 RAILROAD STREET, STATHAM, GA, 30666 |
(770) 725-4785
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Keune Academy by 124
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College Vocational | 19.0 mi away | 755 Lawrenceville-Suwannee Rd Bldg 1300, Lawrenceville, GA, 30043 |
6789900762
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O'KELLY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 363 CONYERS ROAD, LOGANVILLE, GA, 30052 |
(770) 466-2895
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Emory University-Oxford College
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College | 19.0 mi away | 801 Emory Street, Oxford, GA, 30054 |
7707848888
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WALNUT GROVE LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 1000 WALNUT GROVE PARKWAY, LOGANVILLE, GA, 30052 |
(678) 342-9758
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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 WINDER 4S, GA US, located 4.6 miles from ZCTA5 30656. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53.9° | 32.2° | 43.1° | 5.04" | 0.3" |
| February | 57.5° | 35.2° | 46.4° | 4.40" | 0.0" |
| March | 66.0° | 40.0° | 53.0° | 5.19" | 0.0" |
| April | 73.6° | 46.8° | 60.2° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.5° | 56.0° | 68.3° | 4.17" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.7° | 64.1° | 75.4° | 4.60" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.4° | 67.7° | 78.6° | 4.13" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.6° | 67.3° | 78.0° | 4.87" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.0° | 61.6° | 72.3° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| October | 73.6° | 50.9° | 62.3° | 3.43" | 0.0" |
| November | 63.8° | 40.8° | 52.3° | 4.04" | 0.0" |
| December | 55.4° | 35.4° | 45.4° | 2.49" | 0.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Bethlehem town | Town | 5.3 mi | — |
| Between town | Town | 5.8 mi | — |
| Good Hope city | City | 7.5 mi | — |
| Russell CDP | CDP | 8.2 mi | — |
| Winder city | City | 9.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 30656. • 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.