| ZIP Code | 22812 |
|---|---|
| City | Bridgewater |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Rockingham County |
| Area Code | 540/826 |
| Elevation | 1,344 ft |
| Latitude | 38.378077 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.02717 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51165 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.3 yrs ↓ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 4.6% ▼ 55% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.1% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 29% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 63 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,585 (29.5%) |
| Some College | 555 (10.3%) |
| Associates | 639 (11.9%) |
| Bachelors | 290 (5.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,235 (41.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,858 ▲ 10% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $342,100 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 53% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,158/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,570 |
| Vacant Units | 188 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,570 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 188 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
ZIP code 22812 is located in Bridgewater, Virginia, within Rockingham County. With a population of 10,121, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.3 years. Economically, 22812 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,858 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 22812 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $342,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,158 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 53% since 2019.
The population of 22812 is primarily White (87.46%). Residents are well-educated — 47.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.6%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 22812 stands at 3.5%, which is below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 22812 in Bridgewater, VA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,121 residents, a median household income of $83,858, and a median home value of $342,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.