ZIP Code 31501: Waycross, Georgia
ZIP code 31501 is assigned to Waycross, Georgia, and lies within Ware County. Its reference point is at latitude 31.2243 and longitude -82.3596 (31°13'27.5"N 82°21'34.6"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 31501
Waycross, GA has 3 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 31501, they include 31502, 31503.
Across Ware County there are 6 ZIP codes listed, and Georgia has 1,077 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 31503 in Waycross, GA, about 2.4 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 31501 |
|---|---|
| City | Waycross |
| County | Ware County |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| Latitude | 31.2243 |
| Longitude | -82.3596 |
| DMS | 31°13'27.5"N 82°21'34.6"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 31503 (Waycross, 2.4 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 31501
Map centered on 31.2243, -82.3596. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Waycross, GA
Video: Waycross, GA
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ZIP Codes Near 31501
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 31501, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 31501, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Blackshear, GA (7.5 mi northeast), Waresboro, GA (15 mi south) and Manor, GA (15 mi southwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Blackshear, GA – 7.5 mi northeast
- Waresboro, GA – 15 mi south
- Manor, GA – 15 mi southwest
- Hoboken, GA – 15 mi east
- Millwood, GA – 17 mi west
- Patterson, GA – 18 mi northeast
- Offerman, GA – 19 mi northeast
- Mershon, GA – 19 mi northeast
- Argyle, GA – 20 mi southwest
- Bristol, GA – 20 mi northeast
Schools Near Waycross, GA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 31501 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Waycross and Ware County.
Searching nearby communities such as Blackshear and Waresboro can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 31501.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Waycross, GA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 31501.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Waycross, GA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 31501 may also use facilities in nearby Blackshear, Waresboro and Manor.
Shopping and Dining in Waycross
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 31501 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Waycross, Georgia can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 31501.
To research local history, try searching for Ware County records and archives along with the name Waycross.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 31501, Blackshear lies about 7.5 mi to the northeast, Waresboro lies about 15 mi to the south, Manor lies about 15 mi to the southwest, Hoboken lies about 15 mi to the east and Millwood lies about 17 mi to the west. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Waycross show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 31501
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Old Lott Cemetery”): Bealjo, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Waycross, Georgia - Walking Downtown 4k/60fps” by Build The Dream, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Photos are shown from their original source under the licenses listed. They were taken near this ZIP code's reference point and may show neighboring areas.
Data for ZIP code 31501 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.