Zip Code 23937
VA · Population: 2,007
About Zip Code 23937
Zip code 23937 is located in Virginia and is home to approximately 2,007 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 55/100), 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 $84,800 and median rent of $899/month against a median income of $37,430. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.
Educational attainment is below the national average, with 6.5% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 1%.
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 | 71 | B+ | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | 25 | F | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 33 | D | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 91 | A+ | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 55 | C+ | 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).