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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 30720 has 27,547 residents and 10,009 households (average 2.66 persons per household). The median age is 36.7 years, about the same as the state (37.5) and slightly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.2% male and 50.8% female, which is about the same as the state male share (48.4%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (61.0%, much higher than the state average of 51.9%) and Hispanic or Latino (34.1%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 34.1%, which is much higher than the state average (10.5%), and Other / Two or More Races share is much higher than the state average (5.2%).

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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:	27,547Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:	27,122Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:	29,113Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	566.0 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$65,620Source: Census ACS

Households:	10,009Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$225,600Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.66Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	3.12Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	28,992	28,363	28,466	28,613	28,372	28,582	28,480	28,382	27,414	28,067	26,725	26,530	27,122
Decennial Census	26,895	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	27,547	--	--	--

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: 36.7

Male Median Age: 34.9

Female Median Age: 38.7

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Group	< 5	5-9	10-14	15-19	20-24	25-29	30-34	35-39	40-44	45-49	50-54	55-59	60-64	65-69	70-74	75-79	80-84	85+
Male	817	943	1,009	1,129	1,069	1,009	818	821	765	904	868	869	705	573	484	380	225	176
Female	794	832	997	1,027	995	922	782	874	909	872	925	826	732	662	599	455	337	443
Total	1,611	1,775	2,006	2,156	2,064	1,931	1,600	1,695	1,674	1,776	1,793	1,695	1,437	1,235	1,083	835	562	619

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	16,817	49.83%
Black:	1,320	3.91%
Hispanic:*	9,404	27.86%
Asian:	864	2.56%
American Indian:	552	1.64%
Hawaiian:	17	0.05%
Other:	4,777	14.15%
Total:	33,751	100%

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.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	13,564	49.24%	34.9 years
Females:	13,983	50.76%	38.7 years
Total:	27,547	100%	36.7 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	21,483	79.21%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	153	0.56%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	2,582	9.52%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	2,904	20.23%
Total Population:	27,122	100%
Total Native Population:	21,636	79.77%
Total Foreign-born Population:	5,486	20.23%

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 $65,620, which is considerably lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $19,919 (43.6%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $13,572. Family households earn a median of $80,741 versus $36,557 for nonfamily households (a difference of $44,184). By gender, male median income is $53,305 and female is $50,167, which is lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $3,138 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 62.7%, which is slightly below the state rate (63.7%). The unemployment rate is 5.9%, which is higher than the state rate (5.1%). The largest occupation group is Management (38.0%).

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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)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Household Income	$45,701	$44,808	$42,902	$43,102	$42,600	$43,885	$47,895	$51,449	$52,048	$54,639	$59,539	$64,034	$65,620
Median Family Income	$55,291	$55,095	$54,224	$55,904	$54,896	$54,395	$55,939	$57,472	$59,212	$62,069	$71,549	$81,192	$80,741
Median NonFamily Income	$27,479	$30,285	$26,119	$25,366	$23,701	$24,284	$26,389	$28,663	$30,559	$31,885	$31,624	$34,352	$36,557
Median Male Income	$34,772	$36,068	$38,305	$36,961	$33,702	$34,655	$34,531	$35,807	$36,848	$39,045	$44,169	$48,214	$53,305
Median Female Income	$30,804	$32,062	$30,712	$30,956	$30,355	$30,737	$33,131	$33,515	$35,125	$38,214	$39,546	$46,111	$50,167

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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

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Employment Status

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Employed:	12,481	58.93%
Unemployed:	788	3.72%
Not In Labor Force:	7,910	37.35%
Total:	21,179	100%

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)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	4,743	38.00%
Service:	1,638	13.12%
Sales and Office:	2,197	17.60%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	1,340	10.74%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	2,563	20.54%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	12,481	100%

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 $225,600, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $67,200 (42.42%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $62,900. The median gross rent is $965, which is considerably lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $319 (49.38%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $226. Of occupied housing, owners make up 59.87% (56.20% with a mortgage, 43.80% free-and-clear) and renters 40.13% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 13.73%, 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)

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

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Home Value	$158,400	$147,900	$149,300	$149,900	$151,500	$153,500	$162,800	$158,800	$162,700	$170,900	$186,700	$218,800	$225,600

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	103	2.77%
$500 to $999:	1,726	46.46%
$1,000 to $1,499:	1,221	32.87%
$1,500 to $1,999:	170	4.58%
$2,000 to $2,499:	50	1.35%
$2,500 to $2,999:	66	1.78%
$3,000 or more:	72	1.94%
No Rent:	307	8.26%
Total:	3,715	100%

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

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Rent	$646	$673	$656	$670	$672	$673	$717	$731	$739	$769	$826	$911	$965

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	3,115	33.65%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	2,428	26.23%
Renter Occupied:	3,715	40.13%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	9,258	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	9,258	86.27%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	1,473	13.73%
Total Housing Units:	10,731	100%

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

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

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Single-Family Units:	6,986	65.10%
Multi-Family Units:	3,053	28.45%
Other Units:	692	6.45%
Total Housing Units:	10,731	100%

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

Education, Health & Community

In 2023, 28.80% 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 76.70%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 15.20%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 10.10%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 4.70 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.30 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 (36.29%). College enrollment is 26.80%, which is on par with the state rate (25.20%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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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)

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Less than 9th grade:	2,466	13.64%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	1,748	9.67%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	4,007	22.17%
Some college, no degree:	3,349	18.53%
Associate's degree:	1,307	7.23%
Bachelor's degree:	2,923	16.17%
Graduate or professional degree:	2,278	12.60%
Total:	18,078	100%
High school or higher:	13,864	76.69%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	5,201	28.77%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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

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Private Insurance:	16,032	55.74%
Public Insurance:	8,722	30.32%
No Insurance:	4,010	13.94%
Total:	28,764	100%
Has Health Insurance:	24,754	86.06%

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)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
% of People in Poverty	14.8%	14.0%	15.3%	13.7%	13.3%	15.9%	14.9%	13.7%	11.4%	10.6%	10.5%	9.0%	10.1%

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)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	401	6.05%
Kindergarten:	464	7.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	2,405	36.29%
High school (grades 9-12):	1,582	23.87%
College or graduate school:	1,776	26.80%
Total:	6,628	100%
Early Childhood:	865	13.05%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	4,451	67.15%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Dalton, Georgia
County:	Whitfield County
Timezone:	Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:	9:08:03 PM
Population:	27,547 [See All]
Area Codes:	706 / 762
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	34.7595, -85.0055
Land Area:	48.668 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/30720/zip-code-30720.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	10,945Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	1,389Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	12,137Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	7,756Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	2,033Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	1,062Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$322,157,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$1,303,259,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	25,690Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	Dalton, GASource: Census
CBSA Number:	19140Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	143,400Source: Census
MSA:	Source: Census
Land Area:	48.668 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	0.14 sq miSource: Census

Congressional District:	14Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	3623.16 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	Source: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	1321380Source: Census
Place Name:	Dalton city; GeorgiaSource: Census

ZIP Code 30720 in Dalton, GA

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

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

Average Household Income

Employment Status

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

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

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

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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

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

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 30720

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 30720

Sources & References