| ZIP Code | 22202 |
|---|---|
| City | Arlington |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Arlington County |
| Area Code | 571/703 |
| Elevation | 42 ft |
| Latitude | 38.856854 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.051495 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.73 |
| Below Poverty | 8.5% ▼ 15% below avg |
| College Grads | 87.5% ▲ 126% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.2% ▼ 56% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 99 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 914 (4.5%) |
| Some College | 470 (2.3%) |
| Associates | 1,076 (5.3%) |
| Bachelors | 642 (3.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17,243 (84.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $141,933 ▲ 86% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $838,400 ▲ 201% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,448/mo ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,110 |
| Vacant Units | 2,406 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.73 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,110 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,406 |
| Owner Occupied | 21.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 78.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.73 |
ZIP code 22202 is located in Arlington, Virginia, within Arlington County. With a population of 27,352, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.4 years. Economically, 22202 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $141,933 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 22202 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $838,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,448 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 78.9% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 22202 is majority White (53.09%). Residents are highly educated — 87.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.5%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 22202 stands at 2.2%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 31% — 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 22202 in Arlington, VA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 27,352 residents, a median household income of $141,933, and a median home value of $838,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.