ZIP Code 31518 in Bristol, GA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Bristol, Georgia
Counties:Pierce County[Primary]
Appling County
Bacon County
Wayne County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:9:17:35 PM
Population:699 [See All]
Area Code:912
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:31.5140, -82.1720
Land Area:46.542 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 31518 has 699 residents and 295 households (average 2.37 persons per household). The median age is 45.5 years, significantly older than the state (37.5) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 51.1% male and 48.9% female, which is slightly higher than the state male share (48.4%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (84.0%, much higher than the state average of 51.9% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (7.6%, much lower than the state average of 31.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 7.0%, 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:699Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:822Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:838Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:15.0 people per sq mile
Average Income:$86,750Source: Census ACS
Households:295Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$215,000Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.37Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.44Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--6407665195846407437479279331,064756810822
Decennial Census704------------------699------
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: 45.5

Male Median Age: 45.8

Female Median Age: 44.8

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1626222315129222538192322292415116
Female1315211021201928252236263413121647
Total294143333632285050605549564236311513
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:58780.63%
Black:537.28%
Hispanic:*496.73%
Asian:60.82%
American Indian:70.96%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:263.57%
Total:728100%
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:35751.07%45.8 years
Females:34248.93%44.8 years
Total:699100%45.5 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:75992.34%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:172.07%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:20.24%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:445.60%
Total Population:822100%
Total Native Population:77694.40%
Total Foreign-born Population:465.60%
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 $86,750, which is much higher than the state median ($74,664), is up $51,359 (145.1%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $55,411. Family households earn a median of $81,944 versus $90,859 for nonfamily households (a difference of $8,915). By gender, male median income is $42,625 and female is $0, which is well under the state female median ($49,449), with a current gap of $42,625 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 66.1%, which is a bit higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.9%, which is much lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (25.6%).

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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$35,391$36,701$37,457$38,029$31,786$36,406$42,321$31,136$31,339$57,396$34,500$48,807$86,750
Median Family Income$35,938$36,701$38,333$39,000$37,426$0$51,563$38,984$33,750$67,321$43,021$0$81,944
Median NonFamily Income$24,650$46,250$28,906$20,208$0$18,571$0$18,274$0$21,161$0$20,000$90,859
Median Male Income$36,424$39,146$41,042$40,833$0$39,514$41,125$27,348$31,042$48,438$36,290$41,250$42,625
Median Female Income$14,500$14,813$36,607$32,083$0$19,444$31,563$27,250$31,125$38,125$0$0$0
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:46465.54%
Unemployed:40.56%
Not In Labor Force:24033.90%
Total:708100%
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:11925.65%
Service:9720.91%
Sales and Office:5511.85%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:9821.12%
Production, transportation, and material moving:9520.47%
Total Civilian Employed Population:464100%
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 $215,000, which is well under the national median ($303,400), is up $123,500 (134.97%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $129,300. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,306), is down $300 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $509. Of occupied housing, owners make up 86.61% (63.77% with a mortgage, 36.23% free-and-clear) and renters 13.39% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 20.86%, which is much higher than 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$91,500$113,800$102,100$116,200$84,600$104,600$88,500$84,600$85,700$108,800$141,700$206,500$215,000
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:2371.88%
$1,000 to $1,499:00.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:928.13%
Total:32100%
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$300$363$0$0$452$456$0$524$509$0$479$533$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):13255.23%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):7531.38%
Renter Occupied:3213.39%
Total Occupied Housing Units:239100%

Occupied Housing Units:23979.14%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):6320.86%
Total Housing Units:302100%
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:23076.16%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:7223.84%
Total Housing Units:302100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 15.00% 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 88.70%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 26.90%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 20.20%, which is falls below the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 22.20%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 5.70 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 6.10 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 (39.90%). College enrollment is 22.60%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), 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)


Less than 9th grade:183.29%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:448.04%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):16630.35%
Some college, no degree:18233.27%
Associate's degree:5510.05%
Bachelor's degree:6010.97%
Graduate or professional degree:224.02%
Total:547100%
High school or higher:48588.67%
Bachelor's degree or higher:8214.99%
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:47254.95%
Public Insurance:16619.32%
No Insurance:22125.73%
Total:859100%
Has Health Insurance:63874.27%
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 Poverty27.9%21.3%9.1%4.2%17.0%12.5%9.8%16.7%28.3%13.3%17.7%18.7%22.2%
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:00.00%
Kindergarten:136.25%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):8339.90%
High school (grades 9-12):6531.25%
College or graduate school:4722.60%
Total:208100%
Early Childhood:136.25%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):16177.40%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 31518 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 10 business establishments, employing about 76 people with an annual payroll of $1,981,000. USPS data shows 354 residential mailboxes and 15 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:354Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:15Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:670Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:338Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:10Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$508,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$1,981,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:76Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 31518 is located in Pierce County, Georgia, within the Waycross, GA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 48180) and Georgia's 1st Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 55,954 people, about 1.25% of whom live in ZIP Code 31518. It covers 46.542 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.211 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Waycross, GASource: Census
CBSA Number:48180Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:55,954Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:46.542 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.211 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:1310664Source: Census
Place Name:Bristol CDP; GeorgiaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


31519 | | 31516

Schools in ZIP Code 31518


We could not locate which school district 31518 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.

Patterson Elementary School 3414 Drawdy St
Patterson, GA 31557
District: Pierce County School DistrictNearby
Pierce County High School 4850 County Farm Rd
Blackshear, GA 31516
District: Pierce County School DistrictNearby
Pierce County Middle School 5216 County Farm Rd
Blackshear, GA 31516
District: Pierce County School DistrictNearby
Blackshear Elementary School 5217 Ga Highway 121
Blackshear, GA 31516
District: Pierce County School DistrictNearby
Midway Elementary School 3244 Midway Church Rd
Blackshear, GA 31516
District: Pierce County School DistrictNearby
Lake Grace Christian School 5393 Odum Screven Rd
Jesup, GA 31545
District: Private SchoolNearby
Appling Christian Academy 1479 Hatch Pkwy S
Baxley, GA 31513
District: Private SchoolNearby
Southside Baptist Church & Christian School 3439 Knight Ave
Waycross, GA 31503
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 31518


Coastal Pines Technical College 1701 Carswell Ave
Waycross, GA 31503
Type: Post Secondary
South Georgia State College 100 West College Park Drive
Douglas, GA 31533
Type: Post Secondary
Columbia College - Fort Stewart 100 Knowledge Drive, Suite 147
Ft. Stewart, GA 31314-5056
Type: Post Secondary
College Of Coastal Georgia One College Drive
Brunswick, GA 31520-3644
Type: Post Secondary
Southeastern Technical College 3001 E First St
Vidalia, GA 30474
Type: Post Secondary
Brewton-Parker College 201 David-Eliza Fountain Circle
Mount Vernon, GA 30445
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 Office of Management and Budget [Updated: As Released]
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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
  4. U.S. Geological Survey [Updated: Varies], https://www.usgs.gov
  5. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Updated: Annually, As Released], https://www.cms.gov
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