ZIP Code 31602, Georgia
ZIP Code 31602 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 31602 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Brooks County / Lowndes County, Georgia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 35,728. The land area covers 39.90 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 35,728 | ±1,838 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 30.6 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14,481 | ±790 | 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 | 16,059 | ±681 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14,481 | ±790 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,578 | ±385 |
| Median Home Value | $217,300 | ±$12,839 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,100 | ±$44 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $56,939 | ±$3,704 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,723 | ±$2,388 |
| Poverty Rate | 24.1% | ±3.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 8,296 | ±1,416 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.8% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 15,013 | ±1,132 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.6% | ±2.7% |
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 BROOKS
GUS Population: 16,344 (2024)
ID: 161734
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 272, QUITMAN GA 31643-0272
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Quitman, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Quitman, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Quitman, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Valdosta, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Quitman, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Valdosta, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hahira, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Hahira, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Valdosta, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lake Park, 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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Wiregrass Georgia Technical College
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College | 1.6 mi away | 4089 Val Tech Rd, Valdosta, GA, 31602-0929 |
2293332100
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WILLIS L. MILLER LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 2906 JULIA DRIVE, VALDOSTA, GA, 31602 |
(229) 333-0086
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Valdosta State University
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College | 3.5 mi away | 1500 N Patterson St, Valdosta, GA, 31698 |
2293335800
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MCMULLEN SOUTHSIDE LIBRARY
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 527 GRIFFIN AVENUE, VALDOSTA, GA, 31601 |
(229) 253-8313
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SALTER HAHIRA LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 220 EAST MAIN STREET, HAHIRA, GA, 31632 |
(229) 794-3063
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BROOKS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 404 BARWICK ROAD, QUITMAN, GA, 31643 |
(229) 263-4412
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JOHNSTON LAKES LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 720 LAKES BLVD., LAKE PARK, GA, 31636 |
(229) 559-8016
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COOK COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.4 mi away | 213 EAST SECOND STREET, ADEL, GA, 31620 |
(229) 896-3652
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MILLER LAKELAND LIBRARY
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Library | 19.6 mi away | 124 SOUTH VALDOSTA ROAD, LAKELAND, GA, 31635 |
(229) 482-2904
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ALLEN STATENVILLE LIBRARY
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Library | 21.7 mi away | US 129 & JACKSON STREET, STATENVILLE, GA, 31648 |
(229) 559-8182
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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 VALDOSTA RGNL AP, GA US, located 7.1 miles from ZCTA5 31602. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62.8° | 38.6° | 50.7° | 3.83" | — |
| February | 67.0° | 42.2° | 54.6° | 3.31" | — |
| March | 72.9° | 47.2° | 60.1° | 3.73" | — |
| April | 79.6° | 52.8° | 66.2° | 3.66" | — |
| May | 86.4° | 60.3° | 73.4° | 2.84" | — |
| June | 90.1° | 67.9° | 79.0° | 7.08" | — |
| July | 92.1° | 70.1° | 81.1° | 5.33" | — |
| August | 91.5° | 71.0° | 81.2° | 5.11" | — |
| September | 87.8° | 66.5° | 77.2° | 4.22" | — |
| October | 80.5° | 56.8° | 68.6° | 3.71" | — |
| November | 71.4° | 46.6° | 59.0° | 2.47" | — |
| December | 65.0° | 41.3° | 53.2° | 3.12" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Remerton city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Valdosta city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| Bemiss CDP | CDP | 8.4 mi | — |
| Hahira city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
| Morven city | City | 10.7 mi | — |
| Dasher town | Town | 11.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 31602. • 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.