Redan

Census-designated place in DeKalb County, Georgia

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Redan is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in DeKalb County, Georgia, with 31,749 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 981 ft (299 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Lithonia, 3.9 miles SE.

About Redan

Redan is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in DeKalb County, Georgia, United States. As of the 2020 census, the CDP had a total population of 31,749. It is a predominantly African American community in eastern DeKalb County, and is a suburb of Atlanta.

According to tradition, the name "Redan" is an amalgamation of the names of two early settlers: N. M. Reid and Annie Alford. Redan High School is located in Redan CDP, and Lithonia High School was formerly in the Redan CDP.

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Median household income
$65,227
Median home value
$233,900
Median rent
$1,566/mo
Median age
38.3
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Redan, GA population

Redan had 31,749 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census31,749
Density3,925 per sq mi (1,516 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

Redan at a glance

StateGeorgia (GA)
CountyDeKalb County
TypeCensus-designated place
Population31,749 (2020)
Land area8.09 sq mi (20.9 km²)
Water area0.04 sq mi (0.10 km²)
Elevation981 ft (299 m)
Coordinates33.7387° N, 84.1671° W
ZIP codes30088, 30035
Census code (GEOID)1363952

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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Frequently asked questions about Redan

What county is Redan in?

Redan is in DeKalb County, Georgia.

What is the population of Redan, GA?

31,749 people lived in Redan at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of Redan, GA?

The main ZIP code is 30088. Other ZIP codes: 30035.

What is the elevation of Redan?

981 feet (299 m) above sea level.

What towns are near Redan?

Lithonia (3.9 mi), Stonecrest (4.2 mi), Pine Lake (4.2 mi), Stone Mountain (4.5 mi), Belvedere Park (5.4 mi).

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