| ZIP Code | 22301 |
|---|---|
| City | Alexandria |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | City of Alexandria County |
| Area Code | 571/703 |
| Elevation | 42 ft |
| Latitude | 38.819957 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.059285 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51510 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.9 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 4.0% ▼ 60% below avg |
| College Grads | 85.1% ▲ 120% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.6% ▼ 67% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 30 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 530 (5.4%) |
| Some College | 265 (2.7%) |
| Associates | 646 (6.6%) |
| Bachelors | 197 (2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,187 (83.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $188,211 ▲ 147% above avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $997,800 ▲ 258% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,368/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,400 |
| Vacant Units | 309 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,400 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 309 |
| Owner Occupied | 55.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 44.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
ZIP code 22301 is located in Alexandria, Virginia, within City of Alexandria County. With a population of 13,830, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.9 years. Economically, 22301 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $188,211 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 22301 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $997,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,368 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (55.6%) and renters (44.4%). Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 22301 is primarily White (73.56%). Residents are highly educated — 85.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.0%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 22301 stands at 1.6%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 33% — 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 42%.
Overall, ZIP code 22301 in Alexandria, VA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 13,830 residents, a median household income of $188,211, and a median home value of $997,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.