ZIP Code 30809: Population, Income, Housing

State: GA
Total population: 54,743 Household income: $125,272 Rent: $1,714

Overview

Total population
54,743
Rent
$1,714
Year built
2002
Household income
$125,272
Per capita income
$48,874
Poverty rate
6.3%
Unemployment rate
N/A
Household size
3.1 persons
Rent over 30% of income
46.3%

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
Columbia County
City
Evans
Total population
54,743
Adults over 25
35,904
Total households
17,620
Household size
3.1 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
$125,272
Per capita income
$48,874
Poverty rate
6.3%
Unemployment rate
N/A
Rent over 30% of income
46.3%

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
$1,714
Year built
2002
Households that rent
14.8%
Households that own
85.2%
Rooms per home (all homes)
7.6

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.

Race

White
72.1%
Black
11.8%
Asian
5.6%
Two or more races
6.8%

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
8.9%
Not Hispanic or Latino
91.1%

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.

Commute

Commute rate
23,061 (88.9%)
Commute time to work
26 mins
Work from home
2,867 (11.1%)

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.

Education

Less than high school
23.3%
High school graduate or GED
16.2%
Some college or associate degree
11.6%
Bachelor’s degree or higher
49%

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 30809 with: Columbia County, GA Augusta metro area, GA-SC Georgia United States

ZIP 30809

Total population54,743
Rent$1,714
Year built2002
Household income$125,272
Per capita income$48,874
Poverty rate6.3%
Unemployment rateN/A

Columbia County, GA

Total population162,434
Rent$1,409
Year built1999
Household income$95,592
Per capita income$43,717
Poverty rate7.5%
Unemployment rate3.1%

Augusta Metro Area, GA-SC

Total population624,181
Rent$1,120
Year built1988
Household income$69,344
Per capita income$36,794
Poverty rate14.9%
Unemployment rate4.4%

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 ZIP30809 CountyColumbia, GAMetro AreaAugusta metro area, GA-SCStateGeorgiaCountryUnited States
Total population54,743162,434624,18110,940,407334,922,499
Rent$1,714$1,409$1,120$1,393$1,413
Year built20021999198819921980
Household income$125,272$95,592$69,344$77,353$80,734
Per capita income$48,874$43,717$36,794$40,924$44,673
Poverty rate6.3%7.5%14.9%13.4%12.5%
Unemployment rateN/A3.1%4.4%3.5%4%

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Summary for 30809

Rent & Income

In 30809, the typical monthly rent is $1,714 and the typical household income is $125,272. Rent here is higher than Georgia, and household income is higher than Georgia. The estimated poverty rate is 6.3%.

Housing & Affordability

This ZIP Code is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 14.8% of households. About 46.3% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is very high, with about 49% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher.

 

ZIP 30809 — Rent vs Household Income

 

 

ZIP 30809 — Poverty

 

 

How ZIP 30809 compares in Georgia (136 ZIP Codes)

Metric This ZIP Rank Starts from State range
Rent $1,714 85 / 136 from lower rent $860 – $2,369
Household income $125,272 15 / 136 from higher income $36,111 – $176,957
Poverty rate 6.3% 24 / 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 30809

Rent

For rent, this ZIP is positioned 85th 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 30809 ranks 15th 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 24th 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 30809 (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,714 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 30809

Annual Household Income: $125,272

💡 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 30809

Estimated Rate: 6.3%

💡 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 30809

In ZIP Code 30809, households that rent: 2,610 (14.8%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this ZIP Code?
Household Type Count Share
Renter-Occupied 2,610 14.8%
Owner-Occupied 15,010 85.2%

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 30809

In ZIP Code 30809, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 1,209 (46.3%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?
Household Group Households Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%) 1,209 46.3%
Other renter households 1,401 53.7%
Total renter households 2,610 100%

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 30809

Less than High School: 8,348 people (23.3%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 5,814 people (16.2%)

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

Some College or Associate Degree: 4,154 people (11.6%)

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

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 17,588 people (49%)

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

👥 Total Adults (25+): 35,904

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.