| ZIP Code | 23117 |
|---|---|
| City | Mineral |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Louisa County |
| Area Code | 540/826 |
| Elevation | 312 ft |
| Latitude | 37.981999 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.873976 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51109 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.6 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.59 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| College Grads | 35.2% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 22% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,942 (39.9%) |
| Some College | 775 (10.5%) |
| Associates | 1,066 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 673 (9.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,920 (26%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $85,786 ▲ 12% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $272,700 ≈ Avg ↑ 3% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,032/mo ↑ 6% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,537 |
| Vacant Units | 1,371 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.59 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,537 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,371 |
| Owner Occupied | 90.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.59 |
ZIP code 23117 is located in Mineral, Virginia, within Louisa County. With a population of 10,772, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.6 years. Economically, 23117 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $85,786 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 23117 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $272,700 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,032 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 90.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 3% since 2019.
The population of 23117 is primarily White (73.81%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.7%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 23117 stands at 6.0%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 23117 in Mineral, VA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,772 residents, a median household income of $85,786, and a median home value of $272,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.