NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 24017

VA · Population: 23,756

C
49/100
73
B+
Safety
34
D
Affordability
60
B
Quality of Life
28
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 24017

Zip code 24017 is located in Virginia and is home to approximately 23,756 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 49/100), 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 $128,200 and median rent of $923/month against a median income of $43,097. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 17.3% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 11.5% 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
$43,097
Home Value
$128,200
Rent
$923/mo
Median Age
37
College Educated
17.3%
Unemployment
11.5%
Owner-Occupied
50.2%
Rent Burden
25.7% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety73B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability34DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life60BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy28FLower unemployment = higher
Overall49CWeighted 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).