NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 23704

VA · Population: 18,125

C
47/100
73
B+
Safety
25
F
Affordability
56
C+
Quality of Life
35
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 23704

Zip code 23704 is located in Virginia and is home to approximately 18,125 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 $171,900 and median rent of $1,211/month against a median income of $43,680. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 20.5% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 9.4% 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
$43,680
Home Value
$171,900
Rent
$1,211/mo
Median Age
35
College Educated
20.5%
Unemployment
9.4%
Owner-Occupied
35.7%
Rent Burden
33.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety73B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability25FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life56C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy35DLower 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).