| ZIP Code | 22538 |
|---|---|
| City | Rappahannock Academy |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Caroline County |
| Area Code | 686/804 |
| Elevation | 3 ft |
| Latitude | 38.192794 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.27549 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 61.6 yrs ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 10.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 48.8% ▲ 26% above avg |
| Unemployment | 27.6% ▲ 464% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 132 (51.2%) |
| Bachelors | 59 (22.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 67 (26%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median Home Value | $331,800 ▲ 19% above avg ↑ 51% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Total Units | 118 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 118 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | 100.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 0.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
ZIP code 22538 is located in Rappahannock Academy, Virginia, within Caroline County. With a population of 278, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 61.6 years.
Real estate in ZIP code 22538 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $331,800 is above the national average. Median home values have increased by 51% since 2019.
The population of 22538 is majority Black (62.23%). Residents are well-educated — 48.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.4%.
The unemployment rate in 22538 stands at 27.6%, which is more than double the national average. A notably high share of workers — 50% — 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 41%.
Overall, ZIP code 22538 in Rappahannock Academy, VA is characterized as well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied.