ZIP Code 30742, Georgia
ZIP Code 30742 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 30742 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Catoosa County / Walker County, Georgia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,745. The land area covers 7.25 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,745 | ±566 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.5 yrs | ±3.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,321 | ±298 | 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 | 3,768 | ±337 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,321 | ±298 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 447 | ±183 |
| Median Home Value | $194,000 | ±$24,981 |
| Median Gross Rent | $927 | ±$143 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $49,323 | ±$1,761 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,180 | ±$2,658 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.6% | ±4.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 791 | ±316 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7% | ±3.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,417 | ±488 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 77.5% | ±7.3% |
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: 68,940 (2024)
ID: 184792
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
800 LAFAYETTE ST, RINGGOLD GA 30736-2319
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Chattanooga, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Apison, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Chattanooga, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Chattanooga, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Fort Oglethorpe, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Ft Oglethorpe, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Chattanooga, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hixson, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ringgold, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Chattanooga, TN |
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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Academy of Allied Health Careers
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College Vocational | 5.3 mi away | 5600 Brainerd Road c-3, Chattanooga, TN, 37411-5336 |
4234994999
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CATOOSA COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 108 CATOOSA CIRCLE, RINGGOLD, GA, 30736 |
(706) 965-3600
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Richmont Graduate University
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College | 7.2 mi away | 1815 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN, 37404 |
4232264574
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ROSSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 504 MCFARLAND AVENUE, ROSSVILLE, GA, 30741 |
(706) 866-1368
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Covenant College
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College | 7.7 mi away | 14049 Scenic Highway, Lookout Mountain, GA, 30750-4164 |
7068201560
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EAST RIDGE CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 1517 TOMBRAS AVENUE, EAST RIDGE, TN, 37412 |
(423) 867-7323
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Miller-Motte College-Chattanooga
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College | 7.7 mi away | 6397 Lee Highway, Suite 100, Chattanooga, TN, 37421 |
4235109675200
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CHICKAMAUGA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 306 COVE ROAD, CHICKAMAUGA, GA, 30707 |
(706) 375-3004
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The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga
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College | 8.3 mi away | 615 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN, 37403-2598 |
4234254111
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EASTGATE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 5705 MARLIN ROAD, CHATTANOOGA, TN, 37411 |
(423) 643-7770
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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 CHICKAMAUGA PK LARC, GA US, located 1.8 miles from ZCTA5 30742. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50.9° | 28.9° | 39.9° | 5.61" | 0.2" |
| February | 55.6° | 31.6° | 43.6° | 5.12" | 0.2" |
| March | 63.9° | 37.2° | 50.5° | 5.03" | 0.0" |
| April | 73.3° | 45.1° | 59.2° | 4.73" | 0.0" |
| May | 79.6° | 54.0° | 66.8° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.1° | 62.6° | 74.4° | 4.19" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.1° | 66.4° | 77.8° | 5.06" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.7° | 65.6° | 77.2° | 4.47" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.9° | 59.2° | 71.5° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.7° | 46.9° | 60.8° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| November | 62.4° | 34.8° | 48.6° | 4.38" | 0.0" |
| December | 53.4° | 31.2° | 42.3° | 5.36" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Oglethorpe city | City | 0.3 mi | — |
| Fairview CDP | CDP | 2.8 mi | — |
| Lakeview CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Rossville city | City | 3.8 mi | — |
| East Ridge city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Chickamauga city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 30742. • 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.