ZIP Code 39842, Georgia
ZIP Code 39842 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 39842 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Calhoun County / Terrell County, Georgia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,831. The land area covers 269.17 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,831 | ±202 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.8 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,912 | ±185 | 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 | 3,674 | ±92 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,912 | ±185 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 762 | ±190 |
| Median Home Value | $117,200 | ±$11,186 |
| Median Gross Rent | $746 | ±$55 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $43,871 | ±$8,114 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,806 | ±$2,287 |
| Poverty Rate | 36.3% | ±6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,738 | ±457 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.6% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,885 | ±307 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.5% | ±4.6% |
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 CALHOUN
GUS Population: 5,441 (2024)
ID: 102121
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CLERK
PO BOX 226, MORGAN GA 39866-0226
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Albany, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dawson, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Albany, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Albany, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Albany, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Albany, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Albany, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Shellman, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Dawson, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Dawson, 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 Beauty Academy
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College Vocational | 17.2 mi away | 2231 Dawson Road, Suites I & J, Albany, GA, 31707-3200 |
2294961640
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TERRELL COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 0.5 mi away | 913 FORRESTER DRIVE, SE, DAWSON, GA, 39842 |
(229) 995-2902
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Albany Technical College
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College | 20.7 mi away | 1704 South Slappey Boulevard, Albany, GA, 31701 |
2294303500
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OAKLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 445 OAKLAND PARKWAY, WEST, LEESBURG, GA, 31763 |
(229) 889-0300
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Andrew College
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College | 21.2 mi away | 501College St, Cuthbert, GA, 39840-5550 |
2297322171
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SMITHVILLE LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 116 MAIN STREET, SMITHVILLE, GA, 31787 |
(229) 846-6625
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Albany State University
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College | 21.5 mi away | 504 College Drive, Albany, GA, 31705 |
2295003500
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LEESBURG LIBRARY
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 245 WALNUT AVENUE, SOUTH, LEESBURG, GA, 31763 |
(229) 759-2369
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Georgia Southwestern State University
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College | 24.4 mi away | 800 Georgia Southwestern State University Dr., Americus, GA, 31709-4693 |
8778714594
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NORTHWEST LIBRARY
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 2507 DAWSON ROAD, ALBANY, GA, 31707 |
(229) 420-3270
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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 PLAINS SW GA EXP STN, GA US, located 20.6 miles from ZCTA5 39842. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58.1° | 35.9° | 47.0° | 4.56" | 0.1" |
| February | 61.9° | 38.7° | 50.3° | 4.50" | 0.0" |
| March | 68.9° | 44.9° | 56.9° | 4.91" | 0.0" |
| April | 75.7° | 51.4° | 63.6° | 4.07" | 0.0" |
| May | 83.4° | 60.1° | 71.8° | 3.06" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.5° | 67.6° | 78.0° | 4.57" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.4° | 70.7° | 80.5° | 5.02" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.2° | 69.9° | 79.6° | 4.68" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.0° | 64.9° | 74.9° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| October | 77.0° | 53.8° | 65.4° | 2.69" | 0.0" |
| November | 67.9° | 43.8° | 55.8° | 3.31" | 0.0" |
| December | 60.6° | 38.8° | 49.7° | 5.34" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dawson city | City | 1.3 mi | — |
| Sasser town | Town | 5.7 mi | — |
| Bronwood town | Town | 6.7 mi | — |
| Shellman city | City | 10.6 mi | — |
| Parrott town | Town | 10.7 mi | — |
| Smithville city | City | 14.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 39842. • 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.