ZIP Code 31796, Georgia
ZIP Code 31796 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 31796 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Crisp County / Worth County, Georgia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,048. The land area covers 70.93 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,048 | ±348 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 47.9 yrs | ±11.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 432 | ±130 | 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 | 794 | ±205 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 432 | ±130 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 362 | ±179 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| Median Gross Rent | $725 | ±$182 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $45,833 | ±$25,441 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,611 | ±$8,340 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.6% | ±14.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 216 | ±171 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.9% | ±9.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 451 | ±221 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 78.7% | ±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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GUS Population: 19,468 (2024)
ID: 161743
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
210 S 7TH ST, SUITE 309, CORDELE GA 31015
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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 | Albany, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Cordele, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Cordele, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Cordele, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Cordele, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Cordele, GA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | Cordele, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Albany, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Albany, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Albany, 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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Albany State University
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College | 21.0 mi away | 504 College Drive, Albany, GA, 31705 |
2295003500
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VICTORIA EVANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 605 NORTH STREET, ASHBURN, GA, 31714 |
(229) 567-4027
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Albany Beauty Academy
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College Vocational | 22.5 mi away | 2231 Dawson Road, Suites I & J, Albany, GA, 31707-3200 |
2294961640
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REDBONE LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 104 THUNDERING SPRINGS RD., LEESBURG, GA, 31763 |
(229) 903-8871
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Albany Technical College
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College | 23.1 mi away | 1704 South Slappey Boulevard, Albany, GA, 31701 |
2294303500
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CORDELE-CRISP CARNEGIE LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 115 EAST ELEVENTH AVENUE, CORDELE, GA, 31015 |
(229) 276-1300
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MARGARET JONES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 205 EAST POPE STREET, SYLVESTER, GA, 31791 |
(229) 776-2096
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LEESBURG LIBRARY
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 245 WALNUT AVENUE, SOUTH, LEESBURG, GA, 31763 |
(229) 759-2369
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TALLULAH MASSEY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 2004 STRATFORD DRIVE, ALBANY, GA, 31705 |
(229) 420-3250
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CENTRAL LIBRARY
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Library | 21.1 mi away | 300 PINE AVENUE, ALBANY, GA, 31701 |
(229) 420-3200
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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 CRISP CO PWR DAM, GA US, located 6.4 miles from ZCTA5 31796. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59.1° | 36.6° | 47.8° | 4.77" | 0.0" |
| February | 62.5° | 39.9° | 51.2° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| March | 70.0° | 46.2° | 58.1° | 4.63" | 0.0" |
| April | 77.0° | 53.2° | 65.1° | 4.07" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.5° | 62.4° | 73.4° | 3.07" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.8° | 69.6° | 79.7° | 4.80" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.9° | 72.0° | 82.0° | 4.61" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.8° | 71.9° | 81.3° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.5° | 67.2° | 76.8° | 3.47" | 0.0" |
| October | 78.2° | 55.6° | 66.9° | 2.43" | 0.0" |
| November | 68.3° | 44.8° | 56.5° | 3.39" | 0.0" |
| December | 61.3° | 39.4° | 50.3° | 4.71" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warwick city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Arabi town | Town | 9.7 mi | — |
| Wenona CDP | CDP | 12.1 mi | — |
| Ashburn city | City | 13.8 mi | — |
| Cordele city | City | 14.2 mi | — |
| Sycamore city | City | 15.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 31796. • 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.