31906 ZIP Code
Columbus, Georgia
December 15, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 31906 |
| City/Town: | Columbus |
| County: | Muscogee |
| State: | Georgia |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 20,227 |
| Median Household Income: | $38,647 |
| Per Capita Income: | $33,391 |
| Total Housing Units: | 10,894 |
| Median Home Value: | $148,200 |
| Land Area: | 6.9 sq miles
17.8 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.0 sq miles
0.0 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 32.4678, -84.9502 |
Population Information (31906 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 20,227 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 9,719 | 48.0% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 10,508 | 52.0% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 37.6 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 1,218 | 6.0% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 1,622 | 8.0% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 1,512 | 7.5% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 989 | 4.9% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 1,205 | 6.0% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 2,834 | 14.0% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 2,461 | 12.2% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 2,213 | 10.9% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,513 | 7.5% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,394 | 6.9% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,735 | 8.6% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,108 | 5.5% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 423 | 2.1% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (31906 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $148,200 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.2 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $850 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 10,894 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 8,612 | 79.1% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 2,282 | 20.9% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 4,048 | 47.0% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 4,564 | 53.0% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (31906 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 13,681 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 584 | 4.3% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1,222 | 8.9% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 3,443 | 25.2% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 3,482 | 25.5% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,133 | 8.3% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 2,095 | 15.3% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1,722 | 12.6% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 86.8% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 27.9% | 34.3% |
Income Information (31906 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $38,647 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $67,017 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $61,745 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $33,391 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (31906 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 8,925 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 7,663 | 88.6% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 989 | 11.4% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 6,705 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 6,495 | 84.8% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 884 | 11.5% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 284 | 3.7% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (31906 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 5,919 | 29.3% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 13,287 | 65.7% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 25 | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 213 | 1.1% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 20 | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 246 | 1.2% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 517 | 2.6% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 509 | 2.5% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 1,016 | 5.0% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 410 | 2.0% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 405 | 2.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 201 | 1.0% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (31906 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 1,288 | 15.0% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 604 | 7.0% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 1,129 | 13.1% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 941 | 10.9% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,245 | 14.5% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,015 | 11.8% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 736 | 8.5% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 709 | 8.2% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 436 | 5.1% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 509 | 5.9% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (31906 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 5,867 | 76.6% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 605 | 7.9% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 244 | 3.2% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 47 | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 376 | 4.9% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 590 | 7.7% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 23.0 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (31906 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 70 | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 344 | 4.5% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 877 | 11.4% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 52 | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 961 | 12.5% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 356 | 4.6% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 136 | 1.8% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 979 | 12.8% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 787 | 10.3% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 1,447 | 18.9% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 967 | 12.6% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 336 | 4.4% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 351 | 4.6% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (31906 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 27.3% | 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 (31906 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 17,489 | 86.5% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 10,743 | 53.1% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 9,712 | 48.0% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 2,452 | 12.1% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (31906 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 5,821 | 67.6% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 2,889 | 33.5% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,805 | 21.0% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 773 | 9.0% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 199 | 2.3% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 2,120 | 24.6% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (31906 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 6,093 | 55.9% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 417 | 3.8% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 389 | 3.6% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 983 | 9.0% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 923 | 8.5% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 686 | 6.3% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 861 | 7.9% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 490 | 4.5% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 52 | 0.5% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (31906 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 30 | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 139 | 1.3% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 717 | 6.6% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 594 | 5.5% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,182 | 10.9% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,664 | 15.3% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,886 | 17.3% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 1,901 | 17.4% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 1,281 | 11.8% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 1,500 | 13.8% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (31906 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 133 | 1.2% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 1,484 | 13.6% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 3,599 | 33.0% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 4,179 | 38.4% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,236 | 11.3% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 263 | 2.4% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (31906 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 4,120 | 47.8% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 188 | 2.2% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 4,280 | 49.7% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 6 | 0.1% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 18 | 0.2% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (31906 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 1,529 | 17.8% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 3,598 | 41.8% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 2,534 | 29.4% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 951 | 11.0% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (31906 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 278 | 6.9% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 884 | 21.8% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 895 | 22.1% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 557 | 13.8% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 617 | 15.2% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 483 | 11.9% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 265 | 6.5% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 69 | 1.7% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (31906 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,362 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $460 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $850 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.45 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.24 | 2.38 |
Households (31906 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 8,612 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 2,387 | 27.7% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 878 | 10.2% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 2,145 | 24.9% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 3,646 | 42.3% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 2,190 | 25.4% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 2,475 | 28.7% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.34 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.42 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (31906 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 7,478 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 3,622 | 48.4% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 2,585 | 34.6% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 152 | 2.0% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 840 | 11.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 2,919 | 39.0% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (31906 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 5,022 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 162 | 3.2% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 278 | 5.5% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 2,706 | 53.9% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 831 | 16.5% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,045 | 20.8% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (31906 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 14,905 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 1,991 | 13.4% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 19,941 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 3,763 | 18.9% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 251 | 6.7% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 2,368 | 62.9% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,144 | 30.4% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (31906 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 16,630 | 82.2% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 3,407 | 16.8% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 1,856 | 54.5% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 1,421 | 41.7% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 700 | 20.5% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 130 | 3.8% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (31906 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 19,698 | 97.4% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 374 | 1.8% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 529 | 141.4% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 529 | 141.4% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 529 | 141.4% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 65 | 17.4% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 94 | 25.1% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 240 | 64.2% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 12 | 3.2% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (31906 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 19,009 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 18,159 | 95.5% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 850 | 4.5% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 565 | 3.0% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 123 | 0.6% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 116 | 0.6% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 46 | 0.2% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (31906 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 8,612 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 7,710 | 89.5% | 89.4% |
Columbus, GA31906