ZIP Code 31217, Georgia
ZIP Code 31217 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 31217 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bibb County / Jones County / Twiggs County, Georgia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 17,732. The land area covers 107.77 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,732 | ±1,588 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.2 yrs | ±3.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,336 | ±517 | 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 | 7,834 | ±497 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,336 | ±517 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,498 | ±264 |
| Median Home Value | $105,200 | ±$20,665 |
| Median Gross Rent | $856 | ±$101 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $44,809 | ±$7,764 |
| Per Capita Income | $22,833 | ±$2,131 |
| Poverty Rate | 29.3% | ±3.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,105 | ±823 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.6% | ±2.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,955 | ±646 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.2% | ±3.6% |
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 | KG-12 | Macon, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Macon, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Macon, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Macon, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Macon, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Macon, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Macon, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Byron, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Byron, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Macon, 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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Mercer University
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College | 8.7 mi away | 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, GA, 31207 |
4783012700
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SHURLING BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 1765 SHURLING DRIVE, MACON, GA, 31211 |
(478) 300-6743
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Miller-Motte College-Macon
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College | 11.5 mi away | 175 Tom Hill Sr Blvd, Macon, GA, 31210 |
4788034800
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BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 1180 WASHINGTON AVENUE, MACON, GA, 31201 |
(478) 744-0878
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Webb's Barber School of Arts
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College Vocational | 12.3 mi away | 4356 Mercer University, Macon, GA, 31206-4118 |
4782548900
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WASHINGTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 1180 WASHINGTON AVENUE, MACON, GA, 31201 |
(478) 300-6744
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Wesleyan College
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College | 12.7 mi away | 4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA, 31210-4462 |
4784771110
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GORDON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 284 MILLEDGEVILLE HWY, WEST, GORDON, GA, 31031 |
(478) 628-5352
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Middle Georgia State University
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College | 13.7 mi away | 100 University Parkway, Macon, GA, 31206 |
4784712700
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JONES COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.4 mi away | 146 RAILROAD AVENUE, GRAY, GA, 31032 |
(478) 986-6626
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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 MACON MIDDLE GA RGNL AP, GA US, located 14.1 miles from ZCTA5 31217. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59.3° | 35.9° | 47.6° | 4.32" | — |
| February | 63.4° | 39.1° | 51.2° | 4.17" | — |
| March | 70.6° | 44.9° | 57.7° | 4.31" | — |
| April | 77.9° | 51.0° | 64.5° | 3.62" | — |
| May | 85.8° | 60.0° | 72.9° | 2.65" | — |
| June | 90.9° | 68.1° | 79.5° | 4.44" | — |
| July | 93.5° | 71.5° | 82.5° | 4.79" | — |
| August | 92.2° | 70.7° | 81.4° | 4.38" | — |
| September | 87.6° | 64.8° | 76.2° | 3.66" | — |
| October | 78.9° | 53.2° | 66.0° | 2.63" | — |
| November | 69.1° | 42.5° | 55.8° | 3.37" | — |
| December | 61.3° | 37.8° | 49.5° | 4.57" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon city | City | 10.1 mi | — |
| Gray city | City | 11.1 mi | — |
| Macon-Bibb County | City | 11.5 mi | — |
| Ivey city | City | 12.5 mi | — |
| Jeffersonville city | City | 14.4 mi | — |
| McIntyre town | Town | 16.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 31217. • 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.