ZIP Code 30030 in Decatur, GA

Data Last Updated: November 1, 2025
City:Decatur, Georgia
County:Dekalb County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:8:50:20 PM
Population:32,364 [See All]
Area Codes:404 / 678 / 943
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:33.7709, -84.2924
Land Area:6.736 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 30030 has 32,364 residents and 13,737 households (average 2.31 persons per household). The median age is 39.5 years, slightly older than the state (37.5) and about the same as the nation (38.8). The gender split is 45.3% male and 54.7% female, which is lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (66.7%, much higher than the state average of 51.9%) and Black or African American (17.4%, much lower than the state average of 31.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 5.3%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:32,364Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:31,712Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:36,705Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:4,804.6 people per sq mile
Average Income:$127,318Source: Census ACS
Households:13,737Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$598,400Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.31Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.80Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--25,94026,10325,70126,47027,32227,54928,17029,49030,60831,85631,85631,98431,712
Decennial Census26,473------------------32,364------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 39.5

Male Median Age: 38.3

Female Median Age: 40.4

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male8871,3141,3051,0015816659191,0431,2561,3141,078839662674533278170128
Female8131,2261,2831,1398419271,1441,3511,5721,5181,1661,005809865841530293394
Total1,7002,5402,5882,1401,4221,5922,0632,3942,8282,8322,2441,8441,4711,5391,374808463522
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:21,58168.80%
Black:5,63417.96%
Hispanic:*1,7165.47%
Asian:1,8745.97%
American Indian:650.21%
Hawaiian:140.04%
Other:4821.54%
Total:31,366100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:14,64745.26%38.3 years
Females:17,71754.74%40.4 years
Total:32,364100%39.5 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:27,73287.45%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:7132.25%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1,5865.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1,68110.30%
Total Population:31,712100%
Total Native Population:28,44589.70%
Total Foreign-born Population:3,26710.30%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $127,318, which is far above the state median ($74,664), is up $60,398 (90.3%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $40,620. Family households earn a median of $184,205 versus $64,685 for nonfamily households (a difference of $119,520). By gender, male median income is $112,656 and female is $90,964, which is considerably higher than the state female median ($49,449), with a current gap of $21,692 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 68.5%, which is notably higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is better than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (73.1%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$66,920$65,342$66,134$68,171$69,721$70,666$77,789$81,331$86,698$103,083$112,145$117,774$127,318
Median Family Income$93,370$99,357$105,619$109,798$114,116$117,568$128,807$134,006$142,470$145,032$163,864$176,172$184,205
Median NonFamily Income$42,110$35,682$35,160$35,941$37,559$35,270$40,593$40,394$39,559$44,914$46,961$51,603$64,685
Median Male Income$64,920$66,453$79,223$81,725$82,153$82,772$88,547$96,794$100,619$103,369$107,806$111,698$112,656
Median Female Income$56,932$62,360$63,866$64,531$66,684$67,014$69,795$70,235$75,894$81,471$84,522$92,575$90,964
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:15,78365.95%
Unemployed:6142.57%
Not In Labor Force:7,53531.49%
Total:23,932100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:11,54073.12%
Service:1,0506.65%
Sales and Office:2,32514.73%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:2251.43%
Production, transportation, and material moving:6434.07%
Total Civilian Employed Population:15,783100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $598,400, which is considerably higher than the state median ($272,900), is up $291,800 (95.17%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $139,400. The median gross rent is $1,683, which is much higher than the state median ($1,306), is up $790 (88.47%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $570. Of occupied housing, owners make up 62.84% (70.58% with a mortgage, 29.42% free-and-clear) and renters 37.16% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 14.09%, which is markedly above the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$306,600$306,200$307,800$318,600$332,600$345,700$371,500$402,400$459,000$479,500$524,700$590,900$598,400
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:2785.94%
$500 to $999:71715.31%
$1,000 to $1,499:69914.92%
$1,500 to $1,999:1,71636.64%
$2,000 to $2,499:67914.50%
$2,500 to $2,999:2795.96%
$3,000 or more:2775.91%
No Rent:390.83%
Total:4,684100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$893$871$895$900$940$952$969$1,005$1,113$1,307$1,395$1,560$1,683
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):5,59144.36%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):2,33018.48%
Renter Occupied:4,68437.16%
Total Occupied Housing Units:12,605100%

Occupied Housing Units:12,60585.91%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):2,06714.09%
Total Housing Units:14,672100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:8,35356.93%
Multi-Family Units:6,29942.93%
Other Units:200.14%
Total Housing Units:14,672100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 76.50% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly above the state rate (34.20%), well above both the state and national averages. High school or higher is 96.30%, which is markedly above the state rate (89.00%). The uninsured rate is 4.20%, which is markedly below the state rate (12.60%). Private coverage is 86.20%, which is notably higher than the state rate (65.90%). Public coverage is 19.60%, which is falls below the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 2.40%, which is markedly below the state rate (9.90%), down 8.00 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.20 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (47.35%). College enrollment is 22.38%, which is falls below the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:1760.82%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:6212.89%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):1,6177.51%
Some college, no degree:1,8948.80%
Associate's degree:7393.43%
Bachelor's degree:7,15233.24%
Graduate or professional degree:9,32043.31%
Total:21,519100%
High school or higher:20,72296.30%
Bachelor's degree or higher:16,47276.55%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:27,20578.31%
Public Insurance:6,20217.85%
No Insurance:1,3343.84%
Total:34,741100%
Has Health Insurance:33,40796.16%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty10.4%8.2%7.5%7.7%7.5%6.8%7.6%6.8%4.6%3.5%3.4%3.4%2.4%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:5306.04%
Kindergarten:3714.23%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):4,15447.35%
High school (grades 9-12):1,75520.00%
College or graduate school:1,96322.38%
Total:8,773100%
Early Childhood:90110.27%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):6,28071.58%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 30030 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 1,405 business establishments, employing about 13,621 people with an annual payroll of $672,210,000. USPS data shows 15,890 residential mailboxes and 1,367 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:15,890Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:1,367Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:16,956Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:7,975Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:5,184Source: USPS
# of Businesses:1,405Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$160,444,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$672,210,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:13,621Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 30030 is located in Dekalb County, Georgia, within the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 12060) and Georgia's 4th and 5th Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 6,176,937 people, about 0.52% of whom live in ZIP Code 30030, and is subdivided into the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA division. It covers 6.736 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.005 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GASource: Census
CBSA Number:12060Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA (CBSA Div 12054)Source: Census
CBSA Population:6,176,937Source: Census
MSA:Atlanta, GA MSASource: Census
Land Area:6.736 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.005 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:04,05Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:496.6, 264.91 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:1322052Source: Census
Place Name:Decatur city; GeorgiaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


30031 | | 30029

Schools in ZIP Code 30030


ZIP Code 30030 is in the Decatur City School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 9 public schools and 11 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School 101 5th Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Decatur City School District
Renfroe Middle School 220 W College Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Decatur City School District
Clairemont Elementary School 155 Erie Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Decatur City School District
Winnona Park Elementary School 510 Avery St
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Decatur City School District
Decatur High School 310 N Mcdonough St
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Decatur City School District
Oakhurst Elementary School 175 Mead Rd
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Decatur City School District
Glennwood Elementary School 440 E Ponce De Leon Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Decatur City School District
Westchester Elementary School 758 Scott Blvd
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Decatur City School District
Talley Street Upper Elementary School 2617 Talley St
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Decatur City School District
The Hirsch Academy 705 S Candler St
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Private School
Montessori Academy 189 Sams St Ste A
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Private School
The Ellis School Of Atlanta 189 Sams St
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Private School
St Thomas More Catholic School 630 W Ponce De Leon Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Private School
Decatur 1st United Methodist Preschool & Kindergar 312 Sycamore St
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Private School
Decatur Presbyterian Children's Community 205 Sycamore St
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Private School
Global Village Project 205 Sycamore St
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Private School
Threshold Community Program 308 Clairemont Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Private School
The Waldorf School Of Atlanta 827 Kirk Rd
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Private School
The Friends School Of Atlanta 862 Columbia Dr
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Private School
Academe Of The Oaks 146 New St
Decatur, GA 30030
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 30030


Agnes Scott College 141 E. College Ave.
Decatur, GA 30030-3770
Type: Post Secondary
Devry University-Georgia 1 West Court Square, Ste. 600
Decatur, GA 30030
Type: Post Secondary
Columbia Theological Seminary 701 S. Columbia Dr
Decatur, GA 30030-4118
Type: Post Secondary
Emory University 201 Dowman Drive
Atlanta, GA 30322
Type: Post Secondary
Relay Graduate School Of Education - Atlanta 1550 Hosea L. Williams Dr., Ne
Atlanta, GA 30317
Type: Post Secondary
Georgia Piedmont Technical College 495 N Indian Creek Dr
Clarkston, GA 30021-2397
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on November 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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