Hephzibah, GA—30815
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Hephzibah, GA
As of Oct '25, the median home price in Hephzibah, GA is $214,000, with a year-over-year change of -0.5%. This indicates that home prices in Hephzibah, GA are flat. According to Zillow, the 1-year price projection is 1.3%, suggesting an increase housing market in the next year.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $214,000 | -0.5% |
| Single Family | $214,000 | 0.0% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $129,000 | -4.4% |
3 Bed | $190,000 | -2.1% |
4 Bed | $273,000 | 2.2% |
| 5 Bed | $357,000 | 1.4% |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Hephzibah, GA
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Hephzibah, GA is $1,380, with a year-over-year rent change of 6.2%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Hephzibah, GA is studios: $961, 1-bedrooms: $957, 2-bedrooms: $868, 3-bedrooms: $1,430, 4-bedrooms: $1,700. The most common rental property sizes in Hephzibah, GA are 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom, accounting for 43.7% and 33.6% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,400 | $1,380 |
| Studio Rent | $750 | $961 |
| 1 Bed Rent | $1,000 | $957 |
| 2 Bed Rent | $850 | $868 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $1,400 | $1,430 |
| 4 Bed Rent | $1,560 | $1,700 |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Hephzibah, GA
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Hephzibah, GA is 75. This is a increase of 2.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market longer than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 9.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $276,000 | 14.0% |
Listing Count | 191 | 11.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.8% | 11.0% |
Days on Market | 75 | 2.0% |
Demographics — Hephzibah, GA
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Hephzibah, GA has a population of 44,000, which has increased by 9.1% over the past 5 years. Hephzibah, GA is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 24.6% of the population. The area has a poorly educated workforce, with 21.0% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are some residents working remotely, with 12.3% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 44,000 | 9.1% |
% Under 18 | 24.6% | 9.3% |
% Seniors | 14.7% | 26.7% |
% WFH | 12.3% | 1,437.5% |
% w/ College Degree | 21.0% | 23.5% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Hephzibah, GA is a predominantly black area, with 62.0% of the population identifying as black. The black population has grown by 3.7% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Hephzibah, GA is white, making up 27.0% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 3.8% of the population in Hephzibah, GA, and this percentage has decreased by 5.0% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting fewer immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 27.0% | -13.7% |
% Black | 62.0% | 3.7% |
% Hispanic | 4.3% | -12.2% |
% Asian | 1.0% | -33.3% |
% Foreign Born | 3.8% | -5.0% |
Mortgage and Risk — Hephzibah, GA
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 767 mortgage originations in Hephzibah, GA, of which 38.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 81.0%, with 55.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Hephzibah, GA. Investor activity is low, as 3.0% of loans were by investors. 21.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting many homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 767 |
% Conventional Loans | 38.0% |
% Government Loans | 62.0% |
% Investor Loans | 3.0% |
% Second Loans | 1.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 21.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Hephzibah, GA
As of 2024, the percent of homes in Hephzibah, GA under the Section 8 program is 12.9%. This is considered low, suggesting that the neighborhood is sparsely composed of Section 8 homes. Section 8 opportunity is good when HUD pays more than market rent. In Hephzibah, GA, all tracked home sizes have HUD payment amounts above market rent, suggesting strong Section 8 opportunity across the board.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 538 |
Total Units Section 8 | 498 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 12.9% |
% Occupied Section 8 | 80.3% |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $160 | $1,000 | $1,160 |
| 2 Bedroom | $460 | $850 | $1,310 |
| 3 Bedroom | $320 | $1,400 | $1,720 |
| 4 Bedroom | $550 | $1,560 | $2,110 |
Affordability — Hephzibah, GA
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 3 |
| Median Home Price | $214,000 |
| Median Household Income | $65,100 |