| ZIP Code | 22542 |
|---|---|
| City | Rhoadesville |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Orange County |
| Area Code | 540/826 |
| Elevation | 423 ft |
| Latitude | 38.293155 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.892539 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51137 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.8 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.66 |
| Below Poverty | 4.4% ▼ 56% below avg |
| College Grads | 25.0% ▼ 35% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.4% ▲ 31% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 758 (50.7%) |
| Some College | 153 (10.2%) |
| Associates | 209 (14%) |
| Bachelors | 102 (6.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 272 (18.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $89,944 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $314,300 ▲ 13% above avg ↑ 53% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,176/mo |
| Total Units | 867 |
| Vacant Units | 31 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 867 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 31 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
ZIP code 22542 is located in Rhoadesville, Virginia, within Orange County. With a population of 2,223, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.8 years. Economically, 22542 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $89,944 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 22542 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $314,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,176 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 92.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 53% since 2019.
The population of 22542 is primarily White (81.65%). Residents are moderately educated — 25.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.4%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 22542 stands at 6.4%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 22542 in Rhoadesville, VA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,223 residents, a median household income of $89,944, and a median home value of $314,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.