| ZIP Code | 23111 |
|---|---|
| City | Mechanicsville |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Hanover County |
| Area Code | 686/804 |
| Elevation | 157 ft |
| Latitude | 37.613551 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.243019 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51085 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 5.4% ▼ 46% below avg |
| College Grads | 44.3% ▲ 14% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 49% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 222 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,211 (28.1%) |
| Some College | 3,132 (12.2%) |
| Associates | 3,705 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,724 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,644 (33.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $96,736 ▲ 27% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $324,600 ▲ 16% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,558/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,773 |
| Vacant Units | 657 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,773 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 657 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
ZIP code 23111 is located in Mechanicsville, Virginia, within Hanover County. With a population of 37,699, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43 years. Economically, 23111 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $96,736 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 23111 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $324,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,558 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 23111 is primarily White (82.93%). Residents are well-educated — 44.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.4%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 23111 stands at 2.5%, 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 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 23111 in Mechanicsville, VA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 37,699 residents, a median household income of $96,736, and a median home value of $324,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.