| ZIP Code | 22302 |
|---|---|
| City | Alexandria |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | City of Alexandria County |
| Area Code | 571/703 |
| Elevation | 205 ft |
| Latitude | 38.827888 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.083132 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51510 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.3 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.01 |
| Below Poverty | 4.1% ▼ 60% below avg |
| College Grads | 76.2% ▲ 97% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 256 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,519 (11.4%) |
| Some College | 454 (3.4%) |
| Associates | 931 (7%) |
| Bachelors | 495 (3.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,632 (72.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $127,037 ▲ 66% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $630,600 ▲ 126% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,039/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,660 |
| Vacant Units | 816 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.01 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,660 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 816 |
| Owner Occupied | 55.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 44.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.01 |
ZIP code 22302 is located in Alexandria, Virginia, within City of Alexandria County. With a population of 18,277, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.3 years. Economically, 22302 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $127,037 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 22302 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $630,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,039 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (55.5%) and renters (44.5%). Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 22302 is majority White (62.23%). Residents are highly educated — 76.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.1%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 22302 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 28% — 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 50%.
Overall, ZIP code 22302 in Alexandria, VA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a middle-aged community. With 18,277 residents, a median household income of $127,037, and a median home value of $630,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.