NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 24579

VA · Population: 1,111

C+
56/100
73
B+
Safety
30
D
Affordability
65
B
Quality of Life
56
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 24579

Zip code 24579 is located in Virginia and is home to approximately 1,111 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 56/100), 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 $147,600 and median rent of N/A/month against a median income of $41,542. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 11.2% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 5.9%, which is near the national average.

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
$41,542
Home Value
$147,600
Rent
—
Median Age
51
College Educated
11.2%
Unemployment
5.9%
Owner-Occupied
72.4%
Rent Burden
—

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety73B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability30DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life65BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy56C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall56C+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).