| ZIP Code | 23221 |
|---|---|
| City | Richmond |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | City of Richmond County |
| Area Code | 686/804 |
| Elevation | 233 ft |
| Latitude | 37.549995 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.490978 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51760 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.3 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.90 |
| Below Poverty | 6.4% ▼ 36% below avg |
| College Grads | 80.4% ▲ 107% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.2% ▼ 55% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 17 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 630 (5.8%) |
| Some College | 354 (3.3%) |
| Associates | 1,117 (10.4%) |
| Bachelors | 480 (4.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,186 (75.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $97,006 ▲ 27% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $544,400 ▲ 95% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,480/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,776 |
| Vacant Units | 348 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.90 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,776 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 348 |
| Owner Occupied | 50.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.90 |
ZIP code 23221 is located in Richmond, Virginia, within City of Richmond County. With a population of 14,180, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.3 years. Economically, 23221 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $97,006 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 23221 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $544,400 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,480 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (50.5%) and renters (49.5%). Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 23221 is primarily White (83.47%). Residents are highly educated — 80.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.4%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 23221 stands at 2.2%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 27% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 23221 in Richmond, VA is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 14,180 residents, a median household income of $97,006, and a median home value of $544,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.