| ZIP Code | 22578 |
|---|---|
| City | White Stone |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Lancaster County |
| Area Code | 686/804 |
| Elevation | 19 ft |
| Latitude | 37.636571 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.356134 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51103 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 61.9 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.97 |
| Below Poverty | 6.9% ▼ 31% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.1% ▲ 34% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 50% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 23 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 470 (24.9%) |
| Some College | 194 (10.3%) |
| Associates | 217 (11.5%) |
| Bachelors | 114 (6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 869 (46.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $80,938 ≈ Avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $482,700 ▲ 73% above avg ↑ 59% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,096/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,812 |
| Vacant Units | 619 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.97 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,812 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 619 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.97 |
ZIP code 22578 is located in White Stone, Virginia, within Lancaster County. With a population of 2,346, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 61.9 years. Economically, 22578 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $80,938 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 22578 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $482,700 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,096 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 59% since 2019.
The population of 22578 is primarily White (73.53%). Residents are well-educated — 52.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.9%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 22578 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 29% — 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 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 22578 in White Stone, VA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,346 residents, a median household income of $80,938, and a median home value of $482,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.