| ZIP Code | 22401 |
|---|---|
| City | Fredericksburg |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Fredericksburg (city) County |
| Area Code | 540/826 |
| Elevation | 174 ft |
| Latitude | 38.299272 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.486658 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51630 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.1 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.27 |
| Below Poverty | 14.7% ▲ 47% above avg |
| College Grads | 54.0% ▲ 39% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 196 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,839 (18.2%) |
| Some College | 1,792 (11.5%) |
| Associates | 2,347 (15.1%) |
| Bachelors | 867 (5.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,542 (48.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $85,432 ▲ 12% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $461,600 ▲ 66% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,518/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,270 |
| Vacant Units | 865 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,270 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 865 |
| Owner Occupied | 41.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 58.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
ZIP code 22401 is located in Fredericksburg, Virginia, within Fredericksburg (city) County. With a population of 28,201, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.1 years. Economically, 22401 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $85,432 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 22401 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $461,600 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,518 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (41.6%) and renters (58.4%). Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 22401 is majority White (55.89%). Residents are well-educated — 54.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.7%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 22401 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 22401 in Fredericksburg, VA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 28,201 residents, a median household income of $85,432, and a median home value of $461,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.