| ZIP Code | 22655 |
|---|---|
| City | Stephens City |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Frederick County |
| Area Code | 540/826 |
| Elevation | 702 ft |
| Latitude | 39.066335 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.209173 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51069 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.1 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.79 |
| Below Poverty | 6.2% ▼ 38% below avg |
| College Grads | 39.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 22% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 125 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,196 (30.5%) |
| Some College | 1,932 (14%) |
| Associates | 2,053 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,181 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,279 (31.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $106,030 ▲ 39% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $352,900 ▲ 27% above avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,432/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,591 |
| Vacant Units | 580 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.79 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,591 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 580 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.79 |
ZIP code 22655 is located in Stephens City, Virginia, within Frederick County. With a population of 22,393, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.1 years. Economically, 22655 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $106,030 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 22655 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $352,900 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,432 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 22655 is primarily White (76.92%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.2%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 22655 stands at 6.0%, which is above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 22655 in Stephens City, VA is characterized as upper-middle-income, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 22,393 residents, a median household income of $106,030, and a median home value of $352,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.