31709 Zip Code Population and Demographics

In this article, we'll explore the population statistics for the zip code 31709, including popular demographics data like median age, number of households, household income, gender, employment and unemployment rates, occupations, religion, and more.

31709 is a zip code in Sumter County, Georgia, which covers Americus CCD, Andersonville CCD, and Leslie-De Soto, with a total population of 16,631 people.

We are using the latest American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year survey data from the US Census Bureau, which is accurate up to 2021.

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Population

There is a lot of data that lets us see how many people live in the 31709 zip code. The most basic data is the total population, which is the total number of people living in 31709.

The estimated population of people living in 31709 is 16,631, with a median age of 31.2.

We can look back at data from previous years to see how the population in the 31709 area has changed over the last 5 years.

Year Population Change 5-Year Change
2021
16,631
+7.23%
+3.72%
2020
15,509
 -1.85% -
2019
15,802
+0.91%
-
2018
15,659
 -2.34% -
2017
16,035
 - -

Population of 31709 by Race and Ethnicity

How much has the race and ethnicity of the population in the 31709 zip code changed? The US Census Bureau gives us a few defined types that the population is broken down into.

Let's look at the total numbers and also the change over the last 5 years.

Race 2021 2017 Change
White
41.3%
43.7%
 -5.49%
Black/African American
47.2%
45.1%
 +4.66%
Native
0%
0.1%
 -100.00%
Hispanic
6.8%
6.9%
 -1.45%
Asian
2.3%
1.9%
 +21.05%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
0%
 0.00%
Two Or More Races
2.2%
2.2%
 0.00%
Other
0.2%
0%
 0.00%

This data can be very important for anybody studying the 31709 zip for a number of reasons, including social and economic research, planning and development, and marketing to a multi-cultural population.

Note that the Native group includes both Native American and Alaskan Native people.

Population of 31709 by Age and Gender

We can also monitor the change of the age and gender in the 31709 zip code to track track trends in the population over time.

We can see how the population in 31709 has changed over the last 5 years by median age as a total, and also by male and female.

Year Total Male Female
2021 31.2 +0.97% 30.8 +1.99% 31.8 +0.32%
2020 30.9 -1.9% 30.2 -0.66% 31.7 -5.65%
2019 31.5 +1.29% 30.4 +2.7% 33.6 +1.82%
2018 31.1 -2.51% 29.6 -2.95% 33 -1.79%
2017 31.9 - 30.5 - 33.6 -

The median age of the 31709 zip gives you an idea of the age distribution, with half of the population being older than the median age and half being younger.

This can then be used to infer and compare against birth rates, parent ages, and more metrics to understand the population. For example, an increasing median age indicates an aging population in the 31709 area, which can be a sign of a declining population in terms of birth rates and workforce participation.

Age 2021 2017
(Years) Male Female Male Female
0 to 9 1,335 +1.54% 1,280 -17.68% 1,354 1,060
10 to 19 1,002 +21.82% 941 +43.95% 1,209 1,361
20 to 29 1,313 -9.43% 1,648 +5.76% 1,177 1,731
30 to 39 901 -18.67% 927 -6.21% 687 862
40 to 49 742 +28.14% 974 -0.34% 906 921
50 to 59 838 -8.65% 991 -7.98% 761 857
60 to 69 660 +36.26% 789 +22.11% 913 972
70+ 691 +18.8% 1,003 +3.82% 827 1,033

Median Household Income

The latest median household income for the 31709 zip code is $38,012.00.

In simple terms, the median income is the middle income of a group of people. Half of the people in the group make more than the median income, and half make less.

The median income is a good indicator of the overall income of a group of people, and can be used to compare against other metrics such as the average income, per capita income, and more.

Median Income by Age

We can also look at the median income by age to see how the median income varies by age, and how it compares to the overall median income for 31709.

  • Under 25
    $0.00
  • 25 to 44
    $38,383.00
  • 45 to 64
    $48,750.00
  • 65 and over
    $36,354.00

Average Household Income

Whenever we ask what is the average household income in the 31709 zip code, we are actually talking about the mean household income.

This is calculated by adding up all the incomes of all the households in 31709, and then dividing that number by the total number of households.

This is a good way to get a general idea of the average income of a group of people, but it can be skewed by a very high or very low incomes.

The average household income of 31709 is currently $57,067.00.

In terms of accurately summarizing income at a geographic level, the median income is a better metric than the average income because it isn't affected by a small number of very high or very low incomes.

If you had an area where the average income was greater than the median, it can mean that there is significant income inequality, with income being concentrated in a small number of wealthy households.

1.96% of households in 31709 are classed as high income households (making $200,000+ per year).

Household Income Tiers

The US Census Bureau divides households into income tiers based on the median income for the area. This is a good way to compare the income of 31709 against other zip codes.

  • Less than $24,999
    27.79%
  • $25,000 to $49,999
    32.13%
  • $50,000 to $74,999
    13.31%
  • $75,000 to $99,999
    9.45%
  • $100,000 to $149,999
    11.40%
  • $150,000 to $199,999
    3.97%
  • $200,000 or more
    1.96%

Per Capita Income

The per capita income in 31709 is $21,948.00.

Per capita income is the average income of a person in a given area. It is calculated by dividing the total income of 31709 by the total population of 31709.

This is different from the average or mean income because it includes and accounts for all people living in the 31709 area, including people like children, the elderly, unemployed people, retired people, and more.

Education Levels

We can also look at the education levels in 31709 to see how many people have a high school degree, a bachelor's degree, or a graduate degree.

Educational attainment is a good indicator of the overall education level of a population, and can be used to compare against other metrics such as the average income, per capita income, and more to see how education levels affect income, unemployment rates, and more.

  • Master's degree or higher
    10.09%
  • Bachelor's degree
    24.99%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    9.36%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    51.48%
  • Less than high school diploma
    4.08%

Employment

Employment rates are all based around the total population in 31709 that are over the age of 16.

Currently, the total population of the 31709 zip over the age of 16 is 12,801.

Of those people, a total of 58.20% are working or actively looking for work. This is called the labor force participation rate.

The participation rate is a useful market measure because it shows the relative amount of labor resources available to the economy.

The employment to total population rate in 31709 is 52.80%.

Employment by Age

We can look at the employment rates by age to see how it compares to the overall employment rate. Here's how that breaks down for the 31709 zip code.

Age Population Participation Unemployment Rate
16 to 19 years 1,154 36.10% 27.80%
20 to 24 years 1,715 66.50% 15.10%
25 to 29 years 1,193 73.80% 7.30%
30 to 34 years 1,050 89.50% 15.90%
35 to 44 years 1,517 91.60% 1.10%
45 to 54 years 1,573 74.80% 2.00%
55 to 59 years 854 67.60% 11.40%
60 to 64 years 1,005 45.50% 3.30%
65 to 74 years 1,581 19.50% 14.30%
75 years and over 1,159 13.70% 10.10%

Employment by Race

Another very interesting employment statistic we can look at is the employment and unemployment rates by race in 31709. The table below shows the rates for each of the ethnicity groups types defined by the US Census Bureau (which we mentioned earlier in this article).

Age Population Participation Unemployment Rate
White 6,511 55.50% 8.20%
Black or African American 5,443 60.40% 11.60%
American Indian and Alaska Native 0 0.00% 0.00%
Asian 388 74.50% 0.00%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander 27 100.00% 0.00%
Other 100 56.00% 0.00%
Two or more races 332 51.80% 0.00%
Hispanic or Latino 806 53.80% 0.00%
Not Hispanic or Latino 5,903 55.30% 9.10%

Occupations

In this section we can look at the most common occupations for people living in the 31709 area as well as the gender breakdown and earnings of them.

The total population of civilian employees that are 16 years old or older in 31709 is 6,753, with median earnings of $29,980.00.

Women in 31709 are earning approximately 77.80% of the men's earnings.

Population Earnings
Total 6,753 $29,980.00
Male 3,357 $33,518.00
Female 3,396 $26,087.00

Occupations by Category

In the table below, we can break down the population and earnings for 31709 even further by occupation. The list of occupation categories below will show you how many people are employed in each category and the median earnings of each profession.

Occupation Employed Earnings
Management 553 $33,600.00
Business and Financial 293 $55,704.00
Computer and Mathematical 121 $35,250.00
Architecture and Engineering 204 $26,979.00
Life, Physical, and Social Science 10 $0.00
Community and Social Service 134 $39,857.00
Legal 60 $53,438.00
Educational and Library 572 $41,844.00
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media 32 $8,125.00
Healthcare Practitioners 357 $53,598.00
Healthcare Support 167 $22,131.00
Firefighters and Protective Service 36 $0.00
Law Enforcement 294 $39,587.00
Food Preparation and Serving 409 $12,336.00
Building and Grounds Cleaning 283 $4,625.00
Personal Care and Service 125 $9,844.00
Sales 582 $15,236.00
Office and Administrative Support 1,049 $25,853.00
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry 60 $6,458.00
Construction and Extraction 207 $35,571.00
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair 209 $43,171.00
Production 532 $30,612.00
Transportation and Material Moving 204 $61,364.00

Occupations by Gender

Now we can also look at the occupations by category for 31709 when it is broken down by male and female.

This lets us see how many male and females work in each occupation, the median earnings, and the male to female ratio of earnings for 31709.

That last metric is important because it can be used to look at the gender pay gap between men and women.

Occupation Male Female
Population Earnings Population Earnings
Management 298 $32,756.00 255 $82,837.00
Business and Financial 199 $56,134.00 94 $36,842.00
Computer and Mathematical 99 $31,146.00 22 $187,885.00
Architecture and Engineering 193 $27,010.00 11 $0.00
Life, Physical, and Social Science 10 $0.00 0 $0.00
Community and Social Service 43 $40,350.00 91 $39,607.00
Legal 44 $22,292.00 16 $0.00
Educational and Library 236 $60,865.00 336 $40,697.00
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media 15 $0.00 17 $0.00
Healthcare Practitioners 67 $18,042.00 290 $73,372.00
Healthcare Support 9 $0.00 158 $22,386.00
Firefighters and Protective Service 36 $0.00 0 $0.00
Law Enforcement 180 $55,952.00 114 $38,512.00
Food Preparation and Serving 194 $11,974.00 215 $12,872.00
Building and Grounds Cleaning 216 $2,499.00 67 $4,708.00
Personal Care and Service 9 $0.00 116 $8,438.00
Sales 187 $33,299.00 395 $7,360.00
Office and Administrative Support 101 $25,292.00 948 $25,992.00
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry 48 $20,179.00 12 $0.00
Construction and Extraction 207 $35,571.00 0 $0.00
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair 177 $34,901.00 32 $0.00
Production 402 $33,131.00 130 $21,210.00
Transportation and Material Moving 197 $61,761.00 7 $0.00

Households and Family Size

A household is defined by the US Census Bureau as a group of people who occupy a housing unit. A housing unit is a house, apartment, mobile home, group of rooms, or single room occupied as separate living quarters.

There are currently 6,222 households in 31709, with an average household size of 2.46 people.

A family is defined as a group of two or more people related by birth, marriage, or adoption who live together in the same household.

There are 3,663 families living in the 31709 zip code with an average family size of 3.18 people.

Households by Marital Status

The four categories of household by marital status are:

  • Married-couple family
  • Male householder with no spouse present
  • Female household with no spouse present
  • Nonfamily household

The table below shows the total number of households and families, with the average sizes of each, that live in 31709:

Married Male Female Nonfamily
Total Households 2,069 303 1,291 2,559
Average Household Size 2.99 2.97 3.85 1.28
Total Families 2,069 303 1,291 0
Average Household Size 2.98 2.49 3.66 0

Poverty

Of the 3,663 families living in 31709, 18.90% are considered to be below the poverty threshold.

The table below shows the latest poverty thresholds in 31709:

Household Size Poverty Threshold
1 Person $14,580.00
2 People $19,720.00
3 People $24,860.00
4 People $30,000.00
5 People $35,140.00
6 People $40,280.00
7 People $45,420.00
8 People $50,560.00

Housing

There are 7,139 housing units in 31709.

The table below shows the split between occupied and vacant units:

Total Percentage
Occupied 6,222 87.16%
Vacant 917 12.84%

41.53% of the total 7,139 housing units in 31709 are rental units. This is approximately 2,965 properties.

For owner-occupied housing units, a total of 3,154 are occupied by the owner - or 44.18% of the total.

Rental Rates

The median rent for a property in 31709 is $783.00.

In the chart below, we can look at the number of rental properties in 31709 that fall into a particular rent range. These can then be used to compare with other areas, or to see how they have changed over time.

  • No rent paid
    103
  • Less than $500
    521
  • $500 to $999
    2,138
  • $1,000 to $1,499
    197
  • $1,500 to $1,999
    109
  • $2,000 to $2,499
    0
  • $2,500 to $2,999
    0
  • $3,000 or more
    0

Property Value

The median value of a property in 31709 is $126,000.00.

Just like with rental rates, we can look at the number of properties in 31709 that fall into a particular value range.

  • Less than $50,000
    474
  • $50,000 to $99,999
    681
  • $100,000 to $149,999
    739
  • $150,000 to $199,999
    526
  • $200,000 to $299,999
    453
  • $300,000 to $499,999
    197
  • $500,000 to $999,999
    84
  • $1,000,000 or more
    0

Property Age

We can also look at the age of properties in 31709. The chart below shows the number of properties in 31709 that fall into a particular age range.

  • 1939 or earlier
    574
  • 1940 to 1949
    382
  • 1950 to 1959
    568
  • 1960 to 1969
    1,131
  • 1970 to 1979
    1,216
  • 1980 to 1989
    1,433
  • 1990 to 1999
    1,331
  • 2000 to 2009
    422
  • 2010 to 2013
    82
  • 2014 or later
    0

Vehicles per Household

The number of vehicles available per household can be a good indicator of the level of affluence in an area. The chart below shows the number of households in 31709 that have a particular number of vehicles available.

  • No vehicles available
    660
  • 1 vehicle available
    2,416
  • 2 vehicles available
    1,967
  • 3 or more vehicles available
    1,179

Commuting to Work

In this section, we can also look at how people in 31709 get to work. The chart below shows the number of people in 31709 that commute to work in a particular way.

16.6 minutes is the average travel time to work for people in 31709.

These commute times can be compared to other date like income and educational levels to see how they relate to each other and if there are any trends in the data that might suggest a correlation.

  • Less than 5 minutes
    371
  • 5 to 9 minutes
    1,617
  • 10 to 14 minutes
    1,364
  • 15 to 19 minutes
    909
  • 20 to 24 minutes
    443
  • 25 to 29 minutes
    367
  • 30 to 34 minutes
    526
  • 35 to 39 minutes
    153
  • 40 to 44 minutes
    153
  • 45 to 59 minutes
    137
  • 60 to 89 minutes
    31
  • 90 or more minutes
    84

Summary

We've covered a LOT of demographic and population data for 31709 in this article! Hopefully you have found it very useful in your research of the area.

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