| ZIP Code | 22201 |
|---|---|
| City | Arlington |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Arlington County |
| Area Code | 571/703 |
| Elevation | 264 ft |
| Latitude | 38.886804 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.094992 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.4 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.90 |
| Below Poverty | 8.4% ▼ 16% below avg |
| College Grads | 90.1% ▲ 133% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 45% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 90 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,146 (4.3%) |
| Some College | 377 (1.4%) |
| Associates | 1,056 (3.9%) |
| Bachelors | 599 (2.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 23,633 (87.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $141,736 ▲ 86% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $760,700 ▲ 173% above avg ↑ 6% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,468/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 21,787 |
| Vacant Units | 1,746 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.90 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 21,787 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,746 |
| Owner Occupied | 31.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 68.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.90 |
ZIP code 22201 is located in Arlington, Virginia, within Arlington County. With a population of 38,419, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.4 years. Economically, 22201 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $141,736 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 22201 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $760,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,468 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 68.5% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 6% since 2019.
The population of 22201 is majority White (68.67%). Residents are highly educated — 90.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.4%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 22201 stands at 2.7%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 35% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 30%.
Overall, ZIP code 22201 in Arlington, VA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 38,419 residents, a median household income of $141,736, and a median home value of $760,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.