NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 23223

VA · Population: 55,072

B
61/100
76
B+
Safety
39
D
Affordability
65
B
Quality of Life
65
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 23223

Zip code 23223 is located in Virginia and is home to approximately 55,072 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 61/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $217,000 and median rent of $1,173/month against a median income of $52,246. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 29.2% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$52,246
Home Value
$217,000
Rent
$1,173/mo
Median Age
35
College Educated
29.2%
Unemployment
4.8%
Owner-Occupied
43.8%
Rent Burden
26.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety76B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability39DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life65BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy65BLower unemployment = higher
Overall61BWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).