| ZIP Code | 22639 |
|---|---|
| City | Hume |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Fauquier County |
| Area Code | 540/826 |
| Elevation | 663 ft |
| Latitude | 38.845038 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.034518 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.21 |
| Below Poverty | 4.5% ▼ 55% below avg |
| College Grads | 50.1% ▲ 29% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 18% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 23 (6.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 89 (23.7%) |
| Some College | 29 (7.7%) |
| Associates | 46 (12.3%) |
| Bachelors | 59 (15.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 129 (34.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $81,890 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $477,300 ▲ 71% above avg ↓ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 288 |
| Vacant Units | 8 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 288 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 8 |
| Owner Occupied | 90.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
ZIP code 22639 is located in Hume, Virginia, within Fauquier County. With a population of 619, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54.4 years. Economically, 22639 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $81,890 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 22639 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $477,300 is significantly above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 90.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have decreased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 22639 is majority White (57.67%). Residents are well-educated — 50.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.5%.
The unemployment rate in 22639 stands at 4.0%, which is below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 22639 in Hume, VA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 619 residents, a median household income of $81,890, and a median home value of $477,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.