NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 23702

VA · Population: 12,107

C
47/100
74
B+
Safety
28
F
Affordability
47
C
Quality of Life
39
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 23702

Zip code 23702 is located in Virginia and is home to approximately 12,107 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 47/100), 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 $172,400 and median rent of $1,198/month against a median income of $45,772. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 7.5% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 8.6% 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
$45,772
Home Value
$172,400
Rent
$1,198/mo
Median Age
30
College Educated
7.5%
Unemployment
8.6%
Owner-Occupied
46.8%
Rent Burden
31.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety74B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability28FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life47CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy39DLower unemployment = higher
Overall47CWeighted 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).