| ZIP Code | 23061 |
|---|---|
| City | Gloucester |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Gloucester County |
| Area Code | 686/804 |
| Elevation | 81 ft |
| Latitude | 37.427731 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.537584 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51073 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 6.3% ▼ 37% below avg |
| College Grads | 39.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 27% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 181 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,631 (29.3%) |
| Some College | 2,190 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 2,540 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,670 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,609 (29.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $91,547 ▲ 20% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $297,100 ≈ Avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,199/mo ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,045 |
| Vacant Units | 1,218 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,045 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,218 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
ZIP code 23061 is located in Gloucester, Virginia, within Gloucester County. With a population of 23,219, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.3 years. Economically, 23061 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $91,547 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 23061 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $297,100 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,199 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 23061 is primarily White (84.84%). 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 6.3%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 23061 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 23061 in Gloucester, VA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 23,219 residents, a median household income of $91,547, and a median home value of $297,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.