ZIP Code 30144: Population, Income, Housing

State: GA
Total population: 59,661 Household income: $88,560 Rent: $1,866

Overview

Total population
59,661
Rent
$1,866
Year built
1995
Household income
$88,560
Per capita income
$41,167
Poverty rate
10.6%
Unemployment rate
N/A
Household size
2.6 persons
Rent over 30% of income
55.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State
Georgia
County
Cobb County
City
Kennesaw
Total population
59,661
Adults over 25
36,806
Total households
21,979
Household size
2.6 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Income & Poverty

Household income
$88,560
Per capita income
$41,167
Poverty rate
10.6%
Unemployment rate
N/A
Rent over 30% of income
55.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Housing

Rent
$1,866
Year built
1995
Households that rent
40.2%
Households that own
59.8%
Rooms per home (all homes)
6.0

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Race

White
53.1%
Black
21%
Asian
7%
Two or more races
14.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino
13.8%
Not Hispanic or Latino
86.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Commute

Commute rate
26,415 (82.3%)
Commute time to work
27 mins
Work from home
5,662 (17.7%)

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Education

Less than high school
24.4%
High school graduate or GED
21.2%
Some college or associate degree
10.4%
Bachelor’s degree or higher
44%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

 

Comparison of ZIP Code 30144 with: Cobb County, GA Atlanta metro area, GA Georgia United States

ZIP 30144

Total population59,661
Rent$1,866
Year built1995
Household income$88,560
Per capita income$41,167
Poverty rate10.6%
Unemployment rateN/A

Cobb County, GA

Total population775,208
Rent$1,730
Year built1990
Household income$102,738
Per capita income$52,646
Poverty rate8.7%
Unemployment rate3%

Atlanta Metro Area, GA

Total population6,256,377
Rent$1,672
Year built1994
Household income$89,724
Per capita income$46,309
Poverty rate11%
Unemployment rate3.4%

Georgia State

Total population10,940,407
Rent$1,393
Year built1992
Household income$77,353
Per capita income$40,924
Poverty rate13.4%
Unemployment rate3.5%

United States

Total population334,922,499
Rent$1,413
Year built1980
Household income$80,734
Per capita income$44,673
Poverty rate12.5%
Unemployment rate4%
Metric ZIP30144 CountyCobb, GAMetro AreaAtlanta metro area, GAStateGeorgiaCountryUnited States
Total population59,661775,2086,256,37710,940,407334,922,499
Rent$1,866$1,730$1,672$1,393$1,413
Year built19951990199419921980
Household income$88,560$102,738$89,724$77,353$80,734
Per capita income$41,167$52,646$46,309$40,924$44,673
Poverty rate10.6%8.7%11%13.4%12.5%
Unemployment rateN/A3%3.4%3.5%4%

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Summary for 30144

Rent & Income

In 30144, the typical monthly rent is $1,866 and the typical household income is $88,560. Rent here is higher than Georgia, and household income is higher than Georgia. The estimated poverty rate is 10.6%.

Housing & Affordability

This ZIP Code is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 40.2% of households. About 55.6% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is high, with about 44% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher.

 

ZIP 30144 — Rent vs Household Income

 

 

ZIP 30144 — Poverty

 

 

How ZIP 30144 compares in Georgia (136 ZIP Codes)

Metric This ZIP Rank Starts from State range
Rent $1,866 110 / 136 from lower rent $860 – $2,369
Household income $88,560 60 / 136 from higher income $36,111 – $176,957
Poverty rate 10.6% 67 / 136 from lower poverty 1.9% – 31.9%

Rankings are calculated among ZIP Codes in Georgia with total population > 30,000 (year 2024).

 

Detailed Ranking Explanation for ZIP Code 30144

Rent

For rent, this ZIP is positioned 110th out of 136 ZIP Codes in Georgia. In Georgia as a whole, the range goes from $860 in ZIP 30705 up to $2,369 in ZIP 30045.

Household income

For household income, ZIP Code 30144 ranks 60th out of 136 ZIP Codes. Statewide, values range from $36,111 in ZIP 31601 up to $176,957 in ZIP 30005.

Poverty rate

For poverty levels, this ZIP is positioned 67th out of 136 ZIP Codes. Across Georgia, figures vary from 1.9% in ZIP 30005 up to 31.9% in ZIP 31705.

 

💰 Rent in ZIP Code 30144 (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,866 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing — including the apartment or home and essential utilities like heat, water, and electricity.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in ZIP Code 30144

Annual Household Income: $88,560

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in the ZIP code — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in ZIP Code 30144

Estimated Rate: 10.6%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in ZIP Code 30144

In ZIP Code 30144, households that rent: 8,838 (40.2%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this ZIP Code?
Household Type Count Share
Renter-Occupied 8,838 40.2%
Owner-Occupied 13,141 59.8%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in ZIP Code 30144

In ZIP Code 30144, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 4,910 (55.6%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?
Household Group Households Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%) 4,910 55.6%
Other renter households 3,928 44.4%
Total renter households 8,838 100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in the ZIP code are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in ZIP Code 30144

Less than High School: 8,973 people (24.4%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 7,791 people (21.2%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 3,841 people (10.4%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 16,201 people (44%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 36,806

ℹ️ Have questions about how these statistics are calculated? See our data methodology & FAQs

 

Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.