NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 24277

VA · Population: 6,342

C
44/100
70
B+
Safety
31
D
Affordability
48
C
Quality of Life
28
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 24277

Zip code 24277 is located in Virginia and is home to approximately 6,342 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 44/100), 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 $86,000 and median rent of $657/month against a median income of $33,155. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 9% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 11.6% 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
$33,155
Home Value
$86,000
Rent
$657/mo
Median Age
41
College Educated
9%
Unemployment
11.6%
Owner-Occupied
59.9%
Rent Burden
23.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety70B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability31DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life48CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy28FLower unemployment = higher
Overall44CWeighted 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).