| ZIP Code | 22657 |
|---|---|
| City | Strasburg |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Shenandoah County |
| Area Code | 540/826 |
| Elevation | 694 ft |
| Latitude | 39.001087 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.370608 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51171 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.2 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 7.7% ▼ 23% below avg |
| College Grads | 34.4% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 50% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 60 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,642 (34.6%) |
| Some College | 1,303 (17.1%) |
| Associates | 1,004 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 943 (12.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,686 (22.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,152 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $268,600 ≈ Avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $998/mo ↑ 3% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,274 |
| Vacant Units | 555 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,274 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 555 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
ZIP code 22657 is located in Strasburg, Virginia, within Shenandoah County. With a population of 12,047, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.2 years. Economically, 22657 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,152 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 22657 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $268,600 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $998 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 22657 is primarily White (87.95%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.7%. Household income has grown by 10% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 22657 stands at 2.5%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 22657 in Strasburg, VA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 12,047 residents, a median household income of $66,152, and a median home value of $268,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.