Zip Code 30274
GA · Population: 34,479
About Zip Code 30274
Zip code 30274 is located in Georgia and is home to approximately 34,479 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 48/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.
Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.
Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $133,000 and median rent of $1,181/month against a median income of $50,337. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.
Educational attainment is below the national average, with 16.9% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
Unemployment stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average.
Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.
Demographics & Economics
Score Breakdown
| Dimension | Score | Grade | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | 46 | C | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | 36 | D | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 46 | C | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 66 | B | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 48 | C | Weighted average |
Methodology
All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).