ZIP Code 31565 in Waverly, GA

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Waverly, Georgia
Names to Avoid:
Hickory Bluff, Piney Bluff, Spring Bluff
County:Camden County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:8:23:47 PM
Population:2,039 [See All]
Area Code:912
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:31.0611, -81.6272
Land Area:117.992 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 31565 has 2,039 residents and 869 households (average 2.35 persons per household). The median age is 49.5 years, significantly older than the state (37.5) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.8% male and 51.2% female, which is about the same as the state male share (48.4%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (79.0%, much higher than the state average of 51.9% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (15.5%, much lower than the state average of 31.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.8%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:2,039Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:2,409Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:2,768Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:17.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:$61,778Source: Census ACS
Households:869Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$249,700Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.35Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.83Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--2,2081,9291,4621,7641,8011,7781,9452,0082,0092,2362,3012,2302,2102,409
Decennial Census1,841------------------2,039--------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

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


Median Age: 49.5

Male Median Age: 49.1

Female Median Age: 49.6

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male4155535146355750585874103787473492714
Female4655566637494652606066981169568282916
Total871101091178384103102118118140201194169141775630
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:1,61181.40%
Black:31716.02%
Hispanic:*361.82%
Asian:50.25%
American Indian:60.30%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:40.20%
Total:1,979100%
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:99648.85%49.1 years
Females:1,04351.15%49.6 years
Total:2,039100%49.5 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:2,15089.25%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:1375.69%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1225.06%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:05.06%
Total Population:2,409100%
Total Native Population:2,28794.94%
Total Foreign-born Population:1225.06%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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 2024, the Median household income is $61,778, which is well under the national median ($80,734), is up $22,626 (57.8%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $6,889. Family households earn a median of $82,188 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $82,188). By gender, male median income is $62,425 and female is $41,280, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $21,145 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 56.1%, which is far less than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 7.5%, which is markedly higher than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (49.1%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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 Type20112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Household Income$39,152$42,656$40,208$49,178$49,258$49,844$67,875$56,818$54,889$69,886$55,787$56,563$72,054$61,778
Median Family Income$56,250$61,250$48,714$51,964$50,606$54,132$75,875$76,597$59,141$75,712$77,650$67,206$87,923$82,188
Median NonFamily Income$19,271$20,682$19,444$22,102$35,066$35,556$35,750$23,906$20,781$24,485$25,484$28,094$30,227$0
Median Male Income$41,487$55,833$51,838$48,750$0$51,734$52,401$53,674$53,788$53,786$53,203$57,012$64,792$62,425
Median Female Income$36,987$47,500$40,938$46,000$0$29,125$30,893$28,893$0$46,297$49,575$53,511$55,067$41,280
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:1,05951.86%
Unemployed:864.21%
Not In Labor Force:89743.93%
Total:2,042100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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:52049.10%
Service:12311.61%
Sales and Office:24823.42%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:12611.90%
Production, transportation, and material moving:423.97%
Total Civilian Employed Population:1,059100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2024, the median home value is $249,700, which is considerably lower than the national median ($332,700), is up $121,600 (94.93%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $94,700. The median gross rent is $936, which is well under the national median ($1,413), is up $507 (118.18%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $110. Of occupied housing, owners make up 92.35% (40.80% with a mortgage, 59.20% free-and-clear) and renters 7.65% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 10.66%, which is far higher than the national rate (10.12%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Home Value$128,100$151,000$120,800$160,300$162,900$167,200$163,400$168,200$155,000$186,300$178,000$207,800$231,300$249,700
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:77100.00%
$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:00.00%
Total:77100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Rent$429$408$405$1,040$1,028$1,017$1,030$841$826$914$894$1,016$1,033$936
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):37937.67%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):55054.67%
Renter Occupied:777.65%
Total Occupied Housing Units:1,006100%

Occupied Housing Units:1,00689.34%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):12010.66%
Total Housing Units:1,126100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:79970.96%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:32729.04%
Total Housing Units:1,126100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 32.20% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 94.40%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 8.60%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 8.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), down 6.40 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.40 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 (52.05%). College enrollment is 16.41%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:492.70%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:532.92%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):59432.78%
Some college, no degree:40222.19%
Associate's degree:1317.23%
Bachelor's degree:35419.54%
Graduate or professional degree:22912.64%
Total:1,812100%
High school or higher:1,71094.37%
Bachelor's degree or higher:58332.17%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:1,64060.18%
Public Insurance:87832.22%
No Insurance:2077.60%
Total:2,725100%
Has Health Insurance:2,51892.40%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
% of People in Poverty18.0%14.8%16.4%12.7%15.1%6.7%5.4%6.1%13.0%10.4%11.6%13.4%11.6%8.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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:4810.37%
Kindergarten:326.91%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):24152.05%
High school (grades 9-12):6614.25%
College or graduate school:7616.41%
Total:463100%
Early Childhood:8017.28%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):33973.22%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 31565 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 27 business establishments, employing about 98 people with an annual payroll of $3,097,000. USPS data shows 1,178 residential mailboxes and 32 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:1,178Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:32Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:1,264Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:1,112Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:20Source: USPS
# of Businesses:27Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$653,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$3,097,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:98Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 31565 is located in Camden County, Georgia, within the Kingsland, GA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 28680) and Georgia's 1st Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 31565. It covers 117.992 sq mi of land and a water area of 7.544 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Kingsland, GASource: Census
CBSA Number:28680Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:0Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:117.992 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:7.544 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:1380816Source: Census
Place Name:Waverly CDP; GeorgiaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


31566 | | 31564

Schools in ZIP Code 31565


We could not locate which school district 31565 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.

Risley Middle School 707 Southport Pkwy
Brunswick, GA 31523
District: Glynn County School DistrictNearby
Satilla Marsh Elementary School 360 S Port Pkwy
Brunswick, GA 31523
District: Glynn County School DistrictNearby
Woodbine Elementary School 495 Broadwood Dr
Woodbine, GA 31569
District: Camden County School DistrictNearby
Glynn Academy 1001 Mansfield St
Brunswick, GA 31520
District: Glynn County School DistrictNearby
Glynn Middle 635 Lanier Blvd
Brunswick, GA 31520
District: Glynn County School DistrictNearby
St Francis Xavier Catholic School 1129 Grant St
Brunswick, GA 31520
District: Private SchoolNearby
Heritage Christian Academy 4265 Norwich St Ext
Brunswick, GA 31520
District: Private SchoolNearby
Frederica Academy 200 Murray Way
Saint Simons Island, GA 31522
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 31565


College Of Coastal Georgia One College Drive
Brunswick, GA 31520-3644
Type: Post Secondary
Columbia College - Nsb Kings Bay 918 Uss James Madison Road Building 1030
Kings Bay, GA 31547-2532
Type: Post Secondary
Kck Beauty & Barber Academy 10592 Balmoral Circle East
Jacksonville, FL 32218-5578
Type: Post Secondary
Coastal Pines Technical College 1701 Carswell Ave
Waycross, GA 31503
Type: Post Secondary
Total Beauty Institute 5308 North Pearl Street
Jacksonville, FL 32208-5119
Type: Post Secondary
Jacksonville University 2800 University Blvd N
Jacksonville, FL 32211-3394
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 February 1, 2026.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2024 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]
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