30546 ZIP Code
Hiawassee, Georgia
December 15, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 30546 |
| City/Town: | Hiawassee |
| County: | Towns |
| State: | Georgia |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 7,904 |
| Median Household Income: | $55,076 |
| Per Capita Income: | $30,303 |
| Total Housing Units: | 6,130 |
| Median Home Value: | $283,300 |
| Land Area: | 130.2 sq miles
337.2 sq km |
| Water Area: | 4.7 sq miles
12.2 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 34.9084, -83.7178 |
Population Information (30546 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 7,904 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 3,738 | 47.3% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 4,166 | 52.7% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 60.9 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 292 | 3.7% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 359 | 4.5% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 126 | 1.6% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 258 | 3.3% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 416 | 5.3% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 669 | 8.5% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 528 | 6.7% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 776 | 9.8% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 440 | 5.6% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 873 | 11.0% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,727 | 21.8% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,030 | 13.0% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 410 | 5.2% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (30546 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $283,300 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.5 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $875 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 6,130 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 3,739 | 61.0% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 2,391 | 39.0% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 2,899 | 77.5% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 840 | 22.5% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (30546 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 6,453 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 119 | 1.8% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 330 | 5.1% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 1,856 | 28.8% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 1,581 | 24.5% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 630 | 9.8% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1,158 | 17.9% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 779 | 12.1% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 93.0% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 30.0% | 34.3% |
Income Information (30546 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $55,076 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $72,416 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $64,160 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $30,303 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (30546 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 2,974 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 2,815 | 94.7% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 159 | 5.3% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 4,087 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 2,069 | 73.5% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 290 | 10.3% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 456 | 16.2% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (30546 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 7,480 | 94.6% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 53 | 0.7% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 9 | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 22 | 0.3% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 0 | 0.0% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 340 | 4.3% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 185 | 2.3% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 220 | 2.8% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 113 | 1.4% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 15 | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 1 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 91 | 1.2% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (30546 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 153 | 4.1% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 215 | 5.8% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 520 | 13.9% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 384 | 10.3% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 507 | 13.6% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 794 | 21.2% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 419 | 11.2% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 455 | 12.2% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 126 | 3.4% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 166 | 4.4% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (30546 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 2,054 | 73.0% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 358 | 12.7% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 10 | 0.4% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 26 | 0.9% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 43 | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 246 | 8.7% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 21.0 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (30546 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 64 | 2.3% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 309 | 11.0% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 176 | 6.3% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 92 | 3.3% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 333 | 11.8% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 262 | 9.3% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 20 | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 179 | 6.4% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 254 | 9.0% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 670 | 23.8% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 266 | 9.4% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 74 | 2.6% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 116 | 4.1% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (30546 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 15.1% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (30546 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 6,526 | 82.6% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 4,418 | 55.9% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 4,404 | 55.7% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 1,252 | 15.8% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (30546 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 2,078 | 55.6% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 2,171 | 58.1% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,292 | 34.6% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 139 | 3.7% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 43 | 1.2% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 409 | 10.9% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (30546 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 4,490 | 73.2% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 96 | 1.6% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 22 | 0.4% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 175 | 2.9% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 28 | 0.5% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 68 | 1.1% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 129 | 2.1% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 1,093 | 17.8% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 29 | 0.5% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (30546 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 31 | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 399 | 6.5% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 1,153 | 18.8% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 1,575 | 25.7% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,113 | 18.2% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 930 | 15.2% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 438 | 7.1% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 381 | 6.2% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 33 | 0.5% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 77 | 1.3% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (30546 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 106 | 1.7% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 494 | 8.1% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,563 | 25.5% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 2,751 | 44.9% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 964 | 15.7% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 252 | 4.1% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (30546 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 124 | 3.3% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 1,434 | 38.4% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 1,953 | 52.2% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 29 | 0.8% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 177 | 4.7% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 22 | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (30546 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 155 | 4.1% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 1,061 | 28.4% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 1,583 | 42.3% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 940 | 25.1% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (30546 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 162 | 5.6% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 154 | 5.3% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 244 | 8.4% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 351 | 12.1% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 650 | 22.4% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 888 | 30.6% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 387 | 13.3% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 63 | 2.2% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (30546 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,296 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $454 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $875 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.06 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.11 | 2.38 |
Households (30546 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 3,739 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 2,007 | 53.7% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 156 | 4.2% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 521 | 13.9% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 1,011 | 27.0% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 569 | 15.2% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 1,935 | 51.8% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.07 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.53 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (30546 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 3,339 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 632 | 18.9% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 2,087 | 62.5% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 151 | 4.5% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 468 | 14.0% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 599 | 17.9% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (30546 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 998 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 79 | 7.9% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 127 | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 322 | 32.3% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 220 | 22.0% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 250 | 25.1% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (30546 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 6,980 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 716 | 10.3% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 7,778 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 1,443 | 18.6% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 27 | 1.9% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 500 | 34.7% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 916 | 63.5% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (30546 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 6,904 | 87.3% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 867 | 11.0% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 174 | 20.1% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 692 | 79.8% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 245 | 28.3% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 1 | 0.1% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (30546 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 7,696 | 97.4% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 44 | 0.6% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 208 | 472.7% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 208 | 472.7% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 208 | 472.7% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 97 | 220.5% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 77 | 175.0% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 15 | 34.1% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (30546 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 7,612 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 7,294 | 95.8% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 318 | 4.2% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 204 | 2.7% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 88 | 1.2% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 17 | 0.2% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 9 | 0.1% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (30546 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 3,739 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 3,343 | 89.4% | 89.4% |
Hiawassee, GA30546