| ZIP Code | 22306 |
|---|---|
| City | Alexandria |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Fairfax County |
| Area Code | 571/703 |
| Elevation | 58 ft |
| Latitude | 38.74979 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.1074 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.3 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.84 |
| Below Poverty | 13.9% ▲ 39% above avg |
| College Grads | 50.1% ▲ 29% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 30% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 907 (5%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,768 (26.2%) |
| Some College | 1,554 (8.5%) |
| Associates | 1,845 (10.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,282 (7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,844 (43.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $95,026 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $583,200 ▲ 109% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,750/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,514 |
| Vacant Units | 564 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.84 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,514 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 564 |
| Owner Occupied | 50.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.84 |
ZIP code 22306 is located in Alexandria, Virginia, within Fairfax County. With a population of 31,471, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.3 years. Economically, 22306 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $95,026 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 22306 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $583,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,750 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (50.1%) and renters (49.9%). Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 22306 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 35.3%. Residents are well-educated — 50.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.9%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 22306 stands at 6.3%, which is above the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 55%.
Overall, ZIP code 22306 in Alexandria, VA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 31,471 residents, a median household income of $95,026, and a median home value of $583,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.