ZIP Code 31826, Georgia
ZIP Code 31826 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 31826 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Harris County / Talbot County, Georgia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,552. The land area covers 51.46 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,552 | ±497 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.3 yrs | ±2.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 903 | ±232 | 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 | 1,064 | ±240 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 903 | ±232 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 161 | ±78 |
| Median Home Value | $175,700 | ±$53,020 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,287 | ±$76 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $85,376 | ±$9,553 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,808 | ±$9,786 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.7% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 401 | ±93 |
| Unemployment Rate | 14.9% | ±17.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,007 | ±241 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.6% | ±9.4% |
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: 36,929 (2024)
ID: 124410
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY MANAGER
PO BOX 365, HAMILTON GA 31811-0365
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Talbotton, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | Cataula, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Warm Springs, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Hamilton, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Hamilton, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Manchester, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Manchester, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Manchester, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Cataula, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Hamilton, GA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Rivertown School of Beauty Barber Skin Care and Nails
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College Vocational | 24.1 mi away | 3625 Manchester Expy, Columbus, GA, 31909 |
7066536561
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MANCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 218 W. PERRY STREET, MANCHESTER, GA, 31816 |
(706) 846-3851
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Columbus State University
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College | 24.9 mi away | 4225 University Ave, Columbus, GA, 31907-5645 |
7065078800
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HARRIS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 7511 GEORGIA HIGHWAY 116, HAMILTON, GA, 31811 |
(706) 628-4685
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TALBOT COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 75 N. JEFFERSON STREET, TALBOTTON, GA, 31827 |
(706) 665-3134
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GREENVILLE AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 2323 GILBERT STREET, GREENVILLE, GA, 30222 |
(706) 672-4004
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HIGHTOWER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 22.1 mi away | 800 WEST GORDON STREET, THOMASTON, GA, 30286 |
(706) 647-8649
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NORTH COLUMBUS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 23.9 mi away | 5689 ARMOUR ROAD, COLUMBUS, GA, 31909 |
(706) 748-2855
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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 TALBOTTON, GA US, located 13.2 miles from ZCTA5 31826. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55.8° | 32.1° | 44.0° | 4.38" | 0.0" |
| February | 60.2° | 35.2° | 47.7° | 4.90" | 0.0" |
| March | 67.1° | 40.9° | 54.0° | 5.07" | 0.1" |
| April | 73.6° | 47.8° | 60.7° | 4.05" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.8° | 56.3° | 68.6° | 3.39" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.3° | 64.6° | 75.4° | 4.87" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.8° | 68.1° | 78.5° | 4.59" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.6° | 67.1° | 77.4° | 4.31" | 0.0" |
| September | 82.9° | 61.7° | 72.3° | 3.61" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.0° | 49.5° | 61.8° | 2.90" | 0.0" |
| November | 65.1° | 39.5° | 52.3° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| December | 57.4° | 33.9° | 45.7° | 5.24" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shiloh city | City | 0.8 mi | — |
| Manchester city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
| Warm Springs city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
| Waverly Hall town | Town | 8.2 mi | — |
| Woodland city | City | 8.3 mi | — |
| Pine Mountain town | Town | 9.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 31826. • 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.