ZIP Code 31792 in Thomasville, GA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Thomasville, Georgia
City Alias:Metcalf
Names to Avoid:
Gateway, Tville
Counties:Thomas County[Primary]
Grady County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:9:23:07 PM
Population:24,374 [See All]
Area Code:229
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:30.8012, -84.0807
Land Area:211.392 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 31792 has 24,374 residents and 9,972 households (average 2.40 persons per household). The median age is 39.8 years, slightly older than the state (37.5) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 46.4% male and 53.6% female, which is slightly lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (48.1%, much lower than the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (45.3%, much higher than the state average of 31.0% and well above the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 3.3%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (31.0%) and national averages (12.4%).

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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:24,374Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:22,504Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:25,768Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:115.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:$49,045Source: Census ACS
Households:9,972Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$190,300Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.40Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.37Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--23,32723,64623,91523,98224,54025,00824,71924,01723,57222,45822,91523,01322,504
Decennial Census23,835------------------24,374------
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: 39.8

Male Median Age: 37.7

Female Median Age: 41.2

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male754810863902652672628641610605697757750707525357233158
Female727803810862711825824763732729755901902799679529341361
Total1,4811,6131,6731,7641,3631,4971,4521,4041,3421,3341,4521,6581,6521,5061,204886574519
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:11,72748.29%
Black:11,03345.43%
Hispanic:*8083.33%
Asian:2531.04%
American Indian:700.29%
Hawaiian:70.03%
Other:3881.60%
Total:24,286100%
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:11,32146.45%37.7 years
Females:13,05353.55%41.2 years
Total:24,374100%39.8 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:21,93997.49%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:610.27%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:2070.92%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:2972.24%
Total Population:22,504100%
Total Native Population:22,00097.76%
Total Foreign-born Population:5042.24%
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 $49,045, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is up $17,006 (53.1%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $13,946. Family households earn a median of $75,970 versus $32,789 for nonfamily households (a difference of $43,181). By gender, male median income is $49,328 and female is $43,422, which is well under the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $5,906 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 60.0%, which is lower than the state rate (63.7%). The unemployment rate is 5.9%, which is well above the state rate (5.1%). The largest occupation group is Management (34.9%).

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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$32,039$28,588$31,591$33,628$35,060$35,428$36,546$34,492$35,099$38,156$43,783$46,414$49,045
Median Family Income$47,137$40,141$40,614$41,465$42,693$41,939$46,989$43,100$50,482$52,191$61,271$66,696$75,970
Median NonFamily Income$18,720$19,812$21,354$22,243$21,921$22,420$24,051$22,160$23,395$27,892$31,160$30,232$32,789
Median Male Income$38,238$35,189$39,097$39,315$40,330$41,849$42,989$43,641$45,436$46,430$50,203$52,356$49,328
Median Female Income$26,766$26,688$29,777$30,234$27,870$25,153$30,185$30,929$32,183$36,138$37,434$40,473$43,422
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:10,08056.44%
Unemployed:6313.53%
Not In Labor Force:7,15040.03%
Total:17,861100%
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:3,52234.94%
Service:2,16721.50%
Sales and Office:2,21121.93%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:6896.84%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,49114.79%
Total Civilian Employed Population:10,080100%
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 $190,300, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $39,400 (26.11%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $31,200. The median gross rent is $1,014, which is much lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $338 (50.00%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $145. Of occupied housing, owners make up 50.70% (56.06% with a mortgage, 43.94% free-and-clear) and renters 49.30% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 12.50%, which is far 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$150,900$148,000$141,000$134,200$126,600$130,000$133,100$143,900$159,100$156,700$162,200$185,200$190,300
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:3537.53%
$500 to $999:1,80838.54%
$1,000 to $1,499:1,80838.54%
$1,500 to $1,999:4339.23%
$2,000 to $2,499:200.43%
$2,500 to $2,999:200.43%
$3,000 or more:60.13%
No Rent:2435.18%
Total:4,691100%
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$676$677$695$704$715$744$819$808$869$897$947$993$1,014
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):2,70528.43%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):2,12022.28%
Renter Occupied:4,69149.30%
Total Occupied Housing Units:9,516100%

Occupied Housing Units:9,51687.50%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1,35912.50%
Total Housing Units:10,875100%
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:7,72771.05%
Multi-Family Units:2,54023.36%
Other Units:6085.59%
Total Housing Units:10,875100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 25.10% 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 87.80%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 11.30%, which is well above the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 44.70%, which is notably higher than the state rate (32.40%). The share of people in poverty is 15.30%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.70%), down 3.20 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 5.50 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 (44.60%). College enrollment is 18.14%, which is far lower than 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:6584.31%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1,2067.90%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):4,72330.94%
Some college, no degree:3,03619.89%
Associate's degree:1,81111.87%
Bachelor's degree:2,33415.29%
Graduate or professional degree:1,4959.79%
Total:15,263100%
High school or higher:13,39987.79%
Bachelor's degree or higher:3,82925.09%
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:13,32951.73%
Public Insurance:9,92638.52%
No Insurance:2,5139.75%
Total:25,768100%
Has Health Insurance:23,25590.25%
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 Poverty18.5%24.0%23.2%23.4%22.3%22.4%18.6%21.5%20.8%17.9%14.6%18.2%15.3%
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:3727.36%
Kindergarten:3356.63%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):2,25544.60%
High school (grades 9-12):1,17723.28%
College or graduate school:91718.14%
Total:5,056100%
Early Childhood:70713.98%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):3,76774.51%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 31792 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 860 business establishments, employing about 14,789 people with an annual payroll of $745,264,000. USPS data shows 10,737 residential mailboxes and 1,088 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:10,737Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:1,088Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:12,334Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:8,342Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:778Source: USPS
# of Businesses:860Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$178,985,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$745,264,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:14,789Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 31792 is located in Thomas County, Georgia, within the Thomasville, GA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 45620) and Georgia's 2nd Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 71,752 people, about 33.97% of whom live in ZIP Code 31792. It covers 211.392 sq mi of land and a water area of 2.86 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Thomasville, GASource: Census
CBSA Number:45620Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:71,752Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:211.392 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:2.86 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:02Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:9626.23 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:1376224Source: Census
Place Name:Thomasville city; GeorgiaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


31793 | | 31791

Schools in ZIP Code 31792


ZIP Code 31792 is part of 2 school districts, including: Thomas County School District (Grades PK thru 12) and Thomasville City School District (Grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th). There are 11 public schools and 1 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

T J Loftiss Ii Regional Youth Detention Center 400 S Pinetree Blvd
Thomasville, GA 31792
Thomas County Central High School 4686 US Highway 84 Byp W
Thomasville, GA 31792
District: Thomas County School District
Thomas County Middle School 4681 US Highway 84 Byp W
Thomasville, GA 31792
District: Thomas County School District
Bishop Hall Charter School 220 N Pinetree Blvd
Thomasville, GA 31792
District: Thomas County School District
Hand In Hand Primary 4687 US Highway 84 Byp W
Thomasville, GA 31792
District: Thomas County School District
The Renaissance Center For Academic And Career Development 200 N Pinetree Blvd
Thomasville, GA 31792
District: Thomas County School District
Jerger Elementary School 1006 S Broad St
Thomasville, GA 31792
District: Thomasville City School District
Thomasville High School 315 S Hansell St
Thomasville, GA 31792
District: Thomasville City School District
Harper Elementary School 520 Fletcher St
Thomasville, GA 31792
District: Thomasville City School District
Scott Elementary School 100 N Hansell St
Thomasville, GA 31792
District: Thomasville City School District
Macintyre Park Middle School 117 Glenwood Dr
Thomasville, GA 31792
District: Thomasville City School District
Thomasville Christian School 1040 Glenwood Dr
Thomasville, GA 31792
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 31792


Thomas University 1501 Millpond Rd
Thomasville, GA 31792
Type: Post Secondary
Southern Regional Technical College 15689 US Hwy 19 North
Thomasville, GA 31792
Type: Post Secondary
Keiser University-Tallahassee 1700 Halstead Blvd., Building 2
Tallahassee, FL 32309
Type: Post Secondary
North Florida Cosmetology Institute 2424 Allen Rd
Tallahassee, FL 32312
Type: Post Secondary
Florida State University 222 S. Copeland Street
Tallahassee, FL 32306-1037
Type: Post Secondary
Aveda Institute-Tallahassee 2020 W. Pensacola St.
Tallahassee, FL 32304
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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