NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 23224

VA · Population: 38,546

C+
50/100
74
B+
Safety
30
D
Affordability
55
C+
Quality of Life
42
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 23224

Zip code 23224 is located in Virginia and is home to approximately 38,546 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 50/100), 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 $166,600 and median rent of $1,167/month against a median income of $46,112. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 20.2% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 7.9% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

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
$46,112
Home Value
$166,600
Rent
$1,167/mo
Median Age
36
College Educated
20.2%
Unemployment
7.9%
Owner-Occupied
35.8%
Rent Burden
30.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety74B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability30DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life55C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy42CLower unemployment = higher
Overall50C+Weighted 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).