ZIP Code 31562, Georgia
ZIP Code 31562 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 31562 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Charlton County, Georgia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,620. The land area covers 153.33 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,620 | ±358 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 22.2 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 803 | ±208 | 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 | 1,026 | ±233 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 803 | ±208 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 223 | ±128 |
| Median Home Value | $130,100 | ±$75,707 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $35,694 | ±$31,564 |
| Per Capita Income | $16,731 | ±$3,389 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.2% | ±12.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 721 | ±453 |
| Unemployment Rate | 12.5% | ±22.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,104 | ±234 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.9% | ±11.7% |
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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COUNTY OF CHARLTON
GUS Population: 13,021 (2024)
ID: 161736
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHARLTON COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
68 KINGSLAND DR, SUITE B, FOLKSTON GA 31537
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | MACCLENNY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | GLEN ST MARY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | MACCLENNY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | MACCLENNY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | MACCLENNY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | JACKSONVILLE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | BRYCEVILLE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | CALLAHAN, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | JACKSONVILLE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | JACKSONVILLE, FL |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Trinity Baptist College
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College | 21.2 mi away | 800 Hammond Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32221 |
9045962400
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BRYCEVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 7280 MOTES ROAD, BRYCEVILLE, FL, 32009 |
(904) 530-6500
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Trendsetters School of Beauty & Barbering
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College Vocational | 24.1 mi away | 5486 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL, 32205 |
9043884606
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EMILY TABER LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 14 MCIVER AVENUE WEST, MACCLENNY, FL, 32063 |
(904) 259-6464
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CALLAHAN BRANCH
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 450077 STATE ROAD 200, SUITE 15, CALLAHAN, FL, 32011 |
(904) 530-6500
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HILLIARD BRANCH
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Library | 17.6 mi away | 15821 COUNTY ROAD 108, HILLIARD, FL, 32046 |
(904) 530-6500
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WEST REGIONAL
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Library | 19.4 mi away | 1425 CHAFFEE ROAD SOUTH, JACKSONVIILE, FL, 32221 |
(904) 255-2665
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MAXVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 8375 MAXVILLE BOULEVARD, JACKSONVILLE, FL, 32234 |
(904) 255-2665
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WESTBROOK BRANCH
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Library | 24.7 mi away | 2809 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE, JACKSONVILLE, FL, 32254 |
(904) 255-2665
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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 GLEN ST MARY 1 W, FL US, located 15.2 miles from ZCTA5 31562. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67.1° | 40.0° | 53.5° | 3.68" | 0.0" |
| February | 70.6° | 43.7° | 57.1° | 3.51" | 0.0" |
| March | 75.9° | 47.7° | 61.8° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| April | 81.7° | 53.3° | 67.5° | 3.10" | 0.0" |
| May | 87.6° | 60.7° | 74.2° | 2.87" | 0.0" |
| June | 91.1° | 68.5° | 79.8° | 8.42" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.8° | 71.2° | 82.0° | 6.76" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.8° | 71.4° | 81.6° | 7.12" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.8° | 68.3° | 78.6° | 5.84" | 0.0" |
| October | 82.5° | 58.7° | 70.6° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| November | 75.0° | 49.2° | 62.1° | 1.93" | 0.0" |
| December | 69.4° | 42.9° | 56.2° | 2.63" | 0.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baldwin town | Town | 13.7 mi | — |
| Macclenny city | City | 13.7 mi | — |
| Glen St. Mary town | Town | 14.5 mi | — |
| Callahan town | Town | 16.9 mi | — |
| Nassau Village-Ratliff CDP | CDP | 17.3 mi | — |
| Hilliard town | Town | 17.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 31562. • 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.