| ZIP Code | 22920 |
|---|---|
| City | Afton |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Nelson County |
| Area Code | 434 |
| Elevation | 730 ft |
| Latitude | 37.968714 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.805539 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51125 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 53.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 6.1% ▼ 39% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.6% ▲ 38% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.6% ▼ 88% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 10 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 753 (27.5%) |
| Some College | 295 (10.8%) |
| Associates | 212 (7.7%) |
| Bachelors | 184 (6.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,282 (46.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $100,760 ▲ 32% above avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $357,200 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,075/mo ↓ 6% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,053 |
| Vacant Units | 348 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,053 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 348 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
ZIP code 22920 is located in Afton, Virginia, within Nelson County. With a population of 3,744, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 53.4 years. Economically, 22920 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $100,760 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 22920 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $357,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,075 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 22920 is primarily White (90.41%). Residents are well-educated — 53.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.1%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 22920 stands at 0.6%, which is well 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 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 22920 in Afton, VA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,744 residents, a median household income of $100,760, and a median home value of $357,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.