ZIP Code 39851 -- Fort Gaines, GA
CLAY | 2024 American Community Survey Data
Key Insights
- The median income here is 40% below the national median, indicating significant economic challenges.
- With a price-to-income ratio of 2x, housing here is relatively affordable compared to the recommended 3-5x benchmark.
Quick Overview
About ZIP Code 39851
ZIP code 39851 in Fort Gaines, Georgia is a unknown area with a population of 2,080. The median household income is $48,382, which is This is 35% below the national median of $75,000.. The median home value is $95,500, representing a price-to-income ratio of 2x . The cost of living is significantly below average with an index of 38.5 (the national average is 100). Residents have a median age of 46.00 years. Approximately 28.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This ZIP code is located in CLAY, GA.
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Income & Economy
This is 35% below the national median of $75,000.
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Cost of Living Index
The cost of living in ZIP code 39851 is 61.5% below the national average of 100.
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Other ZIP Codes in CLAY
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39824 | Bluffton | 480 | $49,353 |
Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP Code 39851
ZIP code 39851 (Fort Gaines, GA) has a total population of 2,080 according to the 2024 American Community Survey. The median age is 46.00 years.
The median household income in ZIP code 39851 is $48,382 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data. This is 35% below the national median of $75,000.
ZIP code 39851 is primarily located in Fort Gaines, Georgia (GA). It falls within CLAY County.
The median home value in ZIP code 39851 is $95,500, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median monthly rent is $541.
The median age in ZIP code 39851 is 46.00 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years. This makes the area older than the national average.
ZIP code 39851 has a cost of living index of 38.50 (national average = 100). This means the cost of living is significantly below average compared to the national average.
In ZIP code 39851, 28.22% of adults (25+) hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 33.7%. 17.08% hold a graduate or professional degree.
The unemployment rate in ZIP code 39851 is 6.33%, which is above the national average of 3.6%. About 2.28% of workers work from home.
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Data sourced from the 2024 American Community Survey (U.S. Census Bureau). Learn more about our data sources.