30540 ZIP Code – Ellijay, Georgia
ZIP code 30540 is a mid-sized ZIP code located in Ellijay, Georgia, within Gilmer County with a population of approximately 19,846 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $71,806, which is near the Georgia average and near the national figure. Median home values of $257,800 are near the national average, with 78.9% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , with median rent coming in at $829 — below the national figure. Housing consists of 74% single-family (increasing), 6% apartments (increasing).
At 1.6%, the unemployment rate is well below the national figure. About 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line, near the national rate. Bachelor's degree attainment is 20.2%, below the national average. The population has a median age of 50.7, above the national median. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 30539, 30705, 30536.
ZIP Code 30540 Data
See more demographics for:
ZIP 30540 vs. Georgia vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 30540 | GA Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 19k | 14k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $71k | $64k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $257k | $198k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $829 | $1,014 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 50.7 | 40.8 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.6% | 4.9% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 14.7% | 16.3% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 20.2% | 24.8% | 26.9% |
Demographics Charts
Race & Ethnicity
Gender
Education Level (adults 25+)
Nearby ZIP Codes
- 30539 – East Ellijay
- 30705 – Chatsworth
- 30536 – Ellijay
- 30522 – Cherry Log
- 30175 – Talking Rock
- 30541 – Epworth
- 30724 – Eton
- 30513 – Blue Ridge
- 30734 – Ranger
- 30708 – Cisco
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30539 | EAST ELLIJAY | 141 | $25,096 |
| 30705 | CHATSWORTH | 33,581 | $61,990 |
| 30536 | ELLIJAY | 9,717 | $70,080 |
| 30522 | CHERRY LOG | 592 | $71,406 |
| 30175 | TALKING ROCK | 5,828 | $63,525 |