| ZIP Code | 23005 |
|---|---|
| City | Ashland |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Hanover County |
| Area Code | 686/804 |
| Elevation | 232 ft |
| Latitude | 37.760037 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.48366 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51085 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 9.0% ▼ 10% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.1% ▲ 34% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 39% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 237 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,849 (23.5%) |
| Some College | 1,064 (8.8%) |
| Associates | 1,659 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,270 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,036 (41.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $90,049 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $376,400 ▲ 35% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,236/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,639 |
| Vacant Units | 455 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,639 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 455 |
| Owner Occupied | 73.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
ZIP code 23005 is located in Ashland, Virginia, within Hanover County. With a population of 19,454, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.1 years. Economically, 23005 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $90,049 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 23005 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $376,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,236 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 23005 is primarily White (76.15%). Residents are well-educated — 52.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.0%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 23005 stands at 3.0%, which is below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 23005 in Ashland, VA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,454 residents, a median household income of $90,049, and a median home value of $376,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.