| City: | Sapelo Island, Georgia |
| County: | Mcintosh County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 8:22:56 PM |
| Population: | 128 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 912 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 31.4576, -81.2570 |
| Land Area: | 19.616 sq mi |
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Sapelo Island sits off Georgia's coast, accessible only by ferry from Meridian. This barrier island spans nearly 55 square miles but is home to just 128 year-round residents. Most housing sits empty for much of the year. Of the island's 164 total housing units, 98 are seasonal (60%), creating dramatic population swings between summer and winter.
Mail delivery on Sapelo Island works differently than on the mainland. This is a PO Box Only Zone. There's no alternative mail delivery across the entire island. The post office maintains 32 PO Boxes for 46 occupied households, a 70% adoption rate that reflects both the small year-round community and seasonal property owners who maintain boxes to receive mail during their stays.
Rural carrier route R001 serves the island's 45 named streets, from E Perimeter Rd (22 delivery points) to coastal roads like Shell Hammock Rd, Marsh Landing Rd, and Lighthouse Rd. Street names capture the island's character: Old Beach Rd, Nanny Goat Rd, Turkey Fountain Way, and Enchanted Forest Rd. Historic settlement patterns persist. 76 housing units predate 1939, and another 36 are mobile homes, creating a mix of old island homes and newer seasonal structures.
Sapelo Island's year-round population is small but diverse. Of 128 residents, 58 are White (45%), 46 are Black (36%), and 16 identify as two or more races (12%). The Hispanic population is 26 (20%). Median age is 36.5 years. With just 5 children under 18 and 4 residents over 65, this isn't a typical family community or retirement destination. The island supports one business delivery point but no registered establishments, reflecting its primarily residential and conservation character.
The island's isolation shapes daily life. No bridge connects Sapelo to the mainland. Residents depend on ferry service, making the post office a critical access point for mail, packages, and prescriptions. General delivery (route G001) is available for those without permanent addresses. The nearest mainland neighborhoods are Drum Point, Half Moon, and Cedar Point, all 15 to 17 miles away across the water.
Street names capture coastal and historic island character with Shell Hammock Rd, Marsh Landing Rd, Lighthouse Rd, and quirky local names like Nanny Goat Rd and Turkey Fountain Way.
ZIP Code 31327 has 128 residents and 46 households (average 2.78 persons per household). The median age is 36.5 years, slightly younger than the state (37.5) and slightly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 38.3% male and 61.7% female, which is much lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (45.3%, much lower than the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (35.9%, much higher than the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 3.1%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%), and Black or African American share is much higher than the national average (12.4%).
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| 2020 Population: | 128Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 0Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 6.5 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 46Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $666,666,666Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.78Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 4.14Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 139 | 111 | 121 | 0 | 187 | 244 | 203 | 187 | 212 | 54 | 18 | 26 | 19 | 0 |
| Decennial Census | 195 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 128 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 36.5
Male Median Age: 29.3
Female Median Age: 44.5
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Female | 5 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 6 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Total | 10 | 7 | 7 | 16 | 7 | 13 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 8 | 11 | 15 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| White: | 58 | 50.00% |
| Black: | 46 | 39.66% |
| Hispanic:* | 4 | 3.45% |
| Asian: | 0 | 0% |
| American Indian: | 1 | 0.86% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 7 | 6.03% |
| Total: | 116 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 49 | 38.28% | 29.3 years |
| Females: | 79 | 61.72% | 44.5 years |
| Total: | 128 | 100% | 36.5 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 0 | 0% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0% |
| Total Population: | 0 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 0 | 0% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 0 | 0% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $0, which is well under the national median ($80,734), is down $58,661 (100.0%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $0 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024.
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $58,661 | $135,143 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Family Income | $57,589 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $30,600 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $14,821 | $105,143 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Female Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 0 | 0% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 0 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 0 | 0% |
| Service: | 0 | 0% |
| Sales and Office: | 0 | 0% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 0 | 0% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 0 | 0% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 0 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $0, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), is down $95,400 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $384,300. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.
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| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $95,400 | $99,400 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $354,300 | $384,300 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 0 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 0 | 0% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 0 | 0% |
| Renter Occupied: | 0 | 0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 0 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 18 | 100.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 18 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Units: | 18 | 0% |
| Total Housing Units: | 18 | 100% |
ZIP Code 31327 is designated for PO Box delivery only; business establishment and employment data are not available.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 2,118Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 0Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $0Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $0Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 0Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 31327 is located in Mcintosh County, Georgia, within the Brunswick-St. Simons, GA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 15260) and Georgia's 1st Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 112,370 people, about 0.11% of whom live in ZIP Code 31327. It covers 19.616 sq mi of land and a water area of 8.188 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Brunswick-St. Simons, GASource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 15260Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 112,370Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 19.616 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 8.188 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 01Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 7982.81 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | --Source: Census |
| Place Name: | --Source: Census |
We could not locate which school district 31327 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
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 February 1, 2026.