Fort Oglethorpe ZIP Codes — Catoosa County, GA

There is one unique ZIP code in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia and it is 30742. Area code: 706.
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Fort Oglethorpe, GA ZIP code map

About Fort Oglethorpe, GA

Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, is a charming city located in Catoosa County. It is known for its rich history and vibrant community life. The city offers a pleasant blend of suburban and rural environments, making it a lovely place to call home.

Location & geography

Fort Oglethorpe is situated in the northwestern part of Georgia, approximately 10 miles southeast of Chattanooga, Tennessee. Neighboring cities include Ringgold, which is around 6 miles to the south, and Rossville, located about 5 miles to the southwest. The area encompasses a total land area of 14.50 square miles, with no significant water areas.

Community & economy

The character of Fort Oglethorpe is defined by its friendly residents and active community engagement. The local economy features a mix of small businesses, retail establishments, and industries serving the surrounding area. Daily life includes a variety of recreational opportunities and community events that foster a strong sense of belonging.

Transportation

Fort Oglethorpe is accessible via several major highways, including U.S. Route 27 and State Route 2. The nearest major airport is Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport, located about 15 miles to the north. Public transit options are limited, with the city predominantly reliant on personal vehicles for transportation.

History

Fort Oglethorpe was established in the late 19th century and is historically known as a military outpost during the Spanish-American War. The city's growth was fueled by its strategic location and the post-war development of local industries. Notable events include the city's incorporation in 1940 and its ongoing evolution as a suburban community.

Did you know?

A surprising fact about Fort Oglethorpe is that it was named after the famous General James Oglethorpe, who founded the state of Georgia. Additionally, the city is closely associated with the Civil War, being located near several key battle sites in the region.

ZIP codes for Fort Oglethorpe, GA (1)
ZIP code City County Map
30742 Fort Oglethorpe Catoosa View map

Demographics & statistics

7,675
Population
40.8
Median age
$44,294
Median household income
$26,490
Per capita income
$167,800
Median home value
$881
Median monthly rent
37.7%
Home ownership
11.6%
Poverty rate
6.1%
Unemployment
1,785
Housing units
17.0%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
153
Under 5
192
166
5–9
207
252
10–14
316
147
15–19
185
222
20–24
278
476
25–34
596
579
35–44
725
298
45–54
372
148
55–59
185
105
60–64
131
295
65–74
369
250
75–84
312
318
85+
398
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Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 181,51119.7%
18 and over6,16480.3%
65 and over1,94225.3%
Median age40.8 years

Race & ethnicity

White 82.8%
Asian 5.4%
Black or African American 5.1%
Two or more races 5%
Hispanic or Latino 1.2%
Other race 0.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native 0.1%
GroupCount%
White6,43182.8%
Asian4225.4%
Black or African American3975.1%
Two or more races3865%
Hispanic or Latino931.2%
Other race350.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native40.1%

Household income

Under $10k 5.0%
$10k–$15k 5.2%
$15k–$25k 12.6%
$25k–$35k 5.4%
$35k–$50k 27.3%
$50k–$75k 18.0%
$75k–$100k 11.7%
$100k–$150k 9.3%
$150k–$200k 4.5%
$200k+ 1.3%
Range% of households
Under $10k5.0%
$10k–$15k5.2%
$15k–$25k12.6%
$25k–$35k5.4%
$35k–$50k27.3%
$50k–$75k18.0%
$75k–$100k11.7%
$100k–$150k9.3%
$150k–$200k4.5%
$200k+1.3%
Median income$44,294

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 6.3%
$50k–$100k 7.5%
$100k–$150k 27.6%
$150k–$200k 25.0%
$200k–$300k 27.9%
$300k–$500k 4.6%
$500k–$1M 1.1%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$167,800
Median rent / month$881
Owner occupied37.7%
Renter occupied62.3%
Vacant12.8%
Single-family detached40.7%
Large apartment buildings5.3%
Mobile homes0.4%
Median rooms4.4
Avg household size (owned)2.55

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.7%
2010–20198.5%
2000–200923.2%
1990–199915.4%
1980–19892.8%
1970–197917.5%
1960–196914.1%
1950–19598.2%
1940–19491.4%
1939 or earlier8.2%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)9.1%
1 bedroom24.1%
2 bedrooms26.9%
3 bedrooms33.2%
4 bedrooms6.4%
5+ bedrooms0.4%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle16.9%
1 vehicle43.9%
2 vehicles27.1%
3 or more12.1%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas12.2%
Electricity87.4%
Propane / LP gas0.4%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family1,42941.9%
Cohabiting couple2728.0%
Male householder, no spouse3058.9%
Female householder, no spouse1,40641.2%
Households with children under 1885124.9%
Households with seniors (65+)1,23236.1%
Average household size2.18

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married31.1%24.8%
Married52.2%40.5%
Separated0.0%5.0%
Widowed2.9%12.1%
Divorced13.8%17.6%

Education

Less than 9th grade 2.9%
Some HS, no diploma 7.0%
HS graduate 37.0%
Some college, no degree 29.0%
Associate's degree 7.1%
Bachelor's degree 9.5%
Graduate / professional 7.5%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher90.1%
Bachelor's or higher17.0%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool996.5%
Kindergarten17811.7%
Elementary school72747.9%
High school32221.2%
College / grad school19112.6%

Employment

Industry of employment

Retail trade 23.6%
Education & healthcare 18.9%
Manufacturing 14.8%
Transportation & utilities 8.1%
Construction 7.9%
Professional & management 7.7%
Finance & real estate 5.3%
Arts, food & hospitality 5.3%
Other services 4.0%
Wholesale trade 2.4%
Public administration 2.0%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts25.8%
Service13.1%
Sales & office23.8%
Natural resources & construction6.7%
Production & transportation30.7%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector87.5%
Government8.2%
Self-employed4.3%
Unpaid family workers0.0%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone90.1%
Carpool5.5%
Public transit0.0%
Walk0.9%
Other means0.0%
Avg commute (minutes)20.2

Poverty

All people 11.6%
Under 18 years 25.2%
18 and over 8.1%
Married-couple families 1.3%
Female-led households 30.2%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security35.5%
Retirement income24.9%
Supplemental Security2.8%
Cash public assistance5.0%
Food stamps / SNAP18.6%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure36.5%
High cholesterol35.4%
Heart disease7.6%
Stroke3.5%
Asthma9.7%
Arthritis29.1%
Kidney disease3.3%
Pulmonary disease8.4%
Cancer7.3%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking15.2%
No physical activity29.4%
Less than 7 hrs sleep35.2%
Fair or poor health16.8%
Poor mental health16.5%
Poor physical health12.0%
No health insurance20.2%
Visited doctor (checkup)73.2%
Visited dentist57.5%
Cholesterol screening88.7%
Teeth loss17.6%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans5739.3%
Disability%
Any disability24.2%
Under 187.7%
18–64 years17.5%
65 and over55.2%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance66.8%
Public insurance39.9%
Uninsured under 1911.0%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only7,33095.5%
Spanish1442.0%
Other Indo-European170.2%
Asian & Pacific Islander841.1%
Other languages430.6%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)7,29395.0%
Born in same state7,14193.0%
Born in different state2,54333.1%
Foreign born1522.0%
Naturalized citizen3825.0%
Not a US citizen22157.9%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
Arab1,99426%
French96812.6%
Italian6148%
AncestryCount%
English2723.5%
Polish160.2%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access44.5%
Internet access85.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

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