| ZIP Code | 22203 |
|---|---|
| City | Arlington |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Arlington County |
| Area Code | 571/703 |
| Elevation | 262 ft |
| Latitude | 38.873777 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.116418 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.7 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.91 |
| Below Poverty | 10.1% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 83.0% ▲ 114% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 224 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,064 (6.2%) |
| Some College | 692 (4%) |
| Associates | 955 (5.5%) |
| Bachelors | 593 (3.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,741 (79.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $132,402 ▲ 74% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $809,700 ▲ 190% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,318/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,528 |
| Vacant Units | 1,087 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.91 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,528 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,087 |
| Owner Occupied | 31.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 68.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.91 |
ZIP code 22203 is located in Arlington, Virginia, within Arlington County. With a population of 25,921, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.7 years. Economically, 22203 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $132,402 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 22203 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $809,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,318 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 68.6% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 22203 is majority White (57.34%). Residents are highly educated — 83.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.1%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 22203 stands at 4.1%, 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 36%.
Overall, ZIP code 22203 in Arlington, VA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 25,921 residents, a median household income of $132,402, and a median home value of $809,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.