Zip Code 23827
VA · Population: 1,166
About Zip Code 23827
Zip code 23827 is located in Virginia and is home to approximately 1,166 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 $136,900 and median rent of $883/month against a median income of $44,050. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.
Educational attainment is below the national average, with 20.7% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 2%.
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
Score Breakdown
| Dimension | Score | Grade | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | 73 | B+ | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | 37 | D | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 48 | C | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 87 | A | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 61 | B | 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).