ZIP Code 30157 in Dallas, GA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Dallas, Georgia
Counties:Paulding County[Primary]
Cobb County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:8:54:32 PM
Population:50,727 [See All]
Area Codes:678 / 770 / 943
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:33.8943, -84.8608
Land Area:85.099 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 30157 has 50,727 residents and 17,540 households (average 2.89 persons per household). The median age is 36.4 years, slightly younger than the state (37.5) and slightly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.6% male and 51.4% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (69.2%, much higher than the state average of 51.9% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (19.3%, much lower than the state average of 31.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 7.3%, 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:50,727Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:52,193Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:59,091Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:596.1 people per sq mile
Average Income:$93,562Source: Census ACS
Households:17,540Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$261,000Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.89Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.87Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--44,07244,76146,41347,97848,51348,14748,74749,34248,97848,44649,75750,94652,193
Decennial Census45,123------------------50,727------
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: 36.4

Male Median Age: 35.4

Female Median Age: 37.3

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1,6241,8232,0221,9441,5581,5201,7001,7211,5731,7971,7791,6331,3941,006762438232144
Female1,5781,6941,9801,8751,5541,6351,8691,7291,7171,9671,8831,8131,5861,148935553292249
Total3,2023,5174,0023,8193,1123,1553,5693,4503,2903,7643,6623,4462,9802,1541,697991524393
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:35,08269.10%
Black:9,76519.23%
Hispanic:*3,6857.26%
Asian:5101.00%
American Indian:1830.36%
Hawaiian:430.08%
Other:1,5032.96%
Total:50,771100%
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:24,67048.63%35.4 years
Females:26,05751.37%37.3 years
Total:50,727100%36.4 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:48,87393.64%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:6511.25%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1,4062.69%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1,2635.11%
Total Population:52,193100%
Total Native Population:49,52494.89%
Total Foreign-born Population:2,6695.11%
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 $93,562, which is much higher than the state median ($74,664), is up $33,239 (55.1%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $26,466. Family households earn a median of $101,655 versus $60,453 for nonfamily households (a difference of $41,202). By gender, male median income is $65,931 and female is $54,905, which is far above the state female median ($49,449), with a current gap of $11,026 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 65.1%, which is a bit higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 5.0%, which is on par with the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (35.4%).

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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$60,323$61,123$59,301$60,152$59,904$59,856$61,444$63,119$67,096$68,429$75,915$84,973$93,562
Median Family Income$63,054$64,041$63,111$64,546$65,938$67,674$68,540$70,820$72,859$75,925$82,638$90,457$101,655
Median NonFamily Income$40,050$39,207$38,708$38,810$36,614$35,891$35,186$36,980$38,708$40,304$48,092$56,571$60,453
Median Male Income$47,107$47,190$45,327$45,629$44,930$42,803$46,853$50,069$52,230$52,341$55,965$61,773$65,931
Median Female Income$40,330$40,399$38,957$39,476$39,833$40,139$39,685$40,054$39,342$40,308$44,809$51,278$54,905
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:24,80661.68%
Unemployed:1,3183.28%
Not In Labor Force:14,09635.05%
Total:40,220100%
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:8,77035.35%
Service:3,33313.44%
Sales and Office:6,22925.11%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:3,38513.65%
Production, transportation, and material moving:3,08912.45%
Total Civilian Employed Population:24,806100%
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 $261,000, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $122,700 (88.72%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $103,300. The median gross rent is $1,485, which is much higher than the state median ($1,306), is up $493 (49.70%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $334. Of occupied housing, owners make up 83.84% (75.57% with a mortgage, 24.43% free-and-clear) and renters 16.16% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 7.14%, which is much lower than the state rate (10.61%).

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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$138,300$133,600$125,100$123,200$120,900$128,300$136,600$150,200$157,700$168,200$179,100$226,900$261,000
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:280.99%
$500 to $999:2689.50%
$1,000 to $1,499:1,05837.49%
$1,500 to $1,999:77627.50%
$2,000 to $2,499:32111.37%
$2,500 to $2,999:1254.43%
$3,000 or more:441.56%
No Rent:2027.16%
Total:2,822100%
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$992$1,052$1,140$1,113$1,100$1,054$1,072$1,101$1,151$1,163$1,340$1,397$1,485
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):11,06363.35%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):3,57720.48%
Renter Occupied:2,82216.16%
Total Occupied Housing Units:17,462100%

Occupied Housing Units:17,46292.86%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1,3427.14%
Total Housing Units:18,804100%
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:17,51793.16%
Multi-Family Units:5242.79%
Other Units:7634.06%
Total Housing Units:18,804100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 22.40% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 90.80%, which is on par with the state rate (89.00%). The uninsured rate is 10.60%, which is just under the state rate (12.60%). The share of people in poverty is 4.20%, which is markedly below the state rate (9.90%), down 2.90 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.00 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (45.08%). College enrollment is 21.82%, 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:5751.66%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:2,6227.55%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):11,93334.38%
Some college, no degree:8,72625.14%
Associate's degree:3,0838.88%
Bachelor's degree:5,35815.44%
Graduate or professional degree:2,4156.96%
Total:34,712100%
High school or higher:31,51590.79%
Bachelor's degree or higher:7,77322.39%
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:37,52664.92%
Public Insurance:14,77525.56%
No Insurance:5,5019.52%
Total:57,802100%
Has Health Insurance:52,30190.48%
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 Poverty7.1%8.5%10.5%12.0%10.5%9.1%7.8%6.8%5.2%3.2%4.2%5.5%4.2%
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:1,0037.37%
Kindergarten:4963.65%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):6,13245.08%
High school (grades 9-12):3,00322.08%
College or graduate school:2,96821.82%
Total:13,602100%
Early Childhood:1,49911.02%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):9,63170.81%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 30157 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 572 business establishments, employing about 5,723 people with an annual payroll of $290,343,000. USPS data shows 20,447 residential mailboxes and 477 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:20,447Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:477Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:20,729Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:17,566Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:604Source: USPS
# of Businesses:572Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$67,012,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$290,343,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:5,723Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 30157 is located in Paulding County, Georgia, within the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 12060) and Georgia's 11st and 14th Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 6,176,937 people, about 0.82% of whom live in ZIP Code 30157, and is subdivided into the Marietta, GA division. It covers 85.099 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.527 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GASource: Census
CBSA Number:12060Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:Marietta, GA (CBSA Div 31924)Source: Census
CBSA Population:6,176,937Source: Census
MSA:Atlanta, GA MSASource: Census
Land Area:85.099 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.527 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:11,14Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:1071.25, 3623.16 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:1321324Source: Census
Place Name:Dallas city; GeorgiaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


30160 | | 30156

Schools in ZIP Code 30157


ZIP Code 30157 is in the Paulding County School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 9 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

East Paulding Middle School 2945 Hiram Acworth Hwy
Dallas, GA 30157
District: Paulding County School District
Paulding County High School 1297 Villa Rica Hwy
Dallas, GA 30157
District: Paulding County School District
South Paulding Middle School 592 Nebo Rd
Dallas, GA 30157
District: Paulding County School District
East Paulding High School 3320 E Paulding Dr
Dallas, GA 30157
District: Paulding County School District
Nebo Elementary School 2843 Nebo Rd
Dallas, GA 30157
District: Paulding County School District
C. A. Roberts Elementary School 1833 Mount Tabor Church Rd
Dallas, GA 30157
District: Paulding County School District
Allgood Elementary School 312 Hart Rd
Dallas, GA 30157
District: Paulding County School District
Carl Scoggins Sr. Middle School 1663 Mulberry Rock Rd
Dallas, GA 30157
District: Paulding County School District
P. B. Ritch Middle School 60 Old Country Trl
Dallas, GA 30157
District: Paulding County School District
Brighton Private School 490 Seaboard Ave
Hiram, GA 30141
District: Private SchoolNearby
Midway Covenant Christian School 4635 Dallas Hwy
Powder Springs, GA 30127
District: Private SchoolNearby
Cumberland Christian Academy 5350 Holloman Rd
Powder Springs, GA 30127
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 30157


Strayer University-Douglasville Campus 4655 Timber Ridge Dr
Douglasville, GA 30135
Type: Post Secondary
Chattahoochee Technical College 980 S Cobb Drive Dr Se
Marietta, GA 30060
Type: Post Secondary
Fortis College-Smyrna 2140 South Cobb Drive
Smyrna, GA 30080-1348
Type: Post Secondary
Empire Beauty School-Kennesaw Town Center Oaks, 2615 George Busbee Parkway, Ste 9
Kennesaw, GA 30144
Type: Post Secondary
Kennesaw State University 1000 Chastain Rd
Kennesaw, GA 30144
Type: Post Secondary
Life University 1269 Barclay Circle
Marietta, GA 30060
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 October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
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