US ZIP Code
23235

Richmond, VA

Chesterfield County  ·  Virginia

● Active
👥 33,207 Population ↑ 2% since 2019
💰 $89,959 Median HH Income
▲ 18% above avg ↑ 10% since 2019
🎂 44.5 Median Age ↑ 3% since 2019
🏠 $324,800 Median Home Value
▲ 17% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019
🎓 61.1% College Grads
▲ 58% above avg
📊 4.4% Unemployment
▼ 10% below avg ↑ 44% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code23235
CityRichmond
StateVirginia (VA)
CountyChesterfield County
Area Code686/804
Elevation237 ft
Latitude37.51457
Longitude-77.564758
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS51041
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 47.6% (15,790) Female 52.5% (17,417) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 68%Hispanic: 8%Black: 16.4%Asian: 3.7%Other: 3.1%Race
White68.0%
Hispanic8.0%
Black16.4%
Asian3.7%
Other3.1%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
4%
5–17
15%
18–24
6%
25–44
26%
45–64
27%
65+
11%

Key Indicators

Median Age44.5 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.30
Below Poverty8.5% ▼ 15% below avg
College Grads61.1% ▲ 58% above avg
Unemployment4.4% ▼ 10% below avg
No HS Diploma482 (2.1%)
HS Graduate3,203 (13.7%)
Some College1,978 (8.5%)
Associates3,413 (14.6%)
Bachelors2,261 (9.7%)
Graduate Degree11,996 (51.4%)

Education

No HS: 2.1%HS Grad: 13.7%Some College: 8.5%Associates: 14.6%Bachelors: 9.7%Graduate: 51.4%Edu
No HS2.1%
HS Grad13.7%
Some College8.5%
Associates14.6%
Bachelors9.7%
Graduate51.4%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 72.1%Renter: 27.9%Tenure
Owner72.1%
Renter27.9%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
3%
$50k–100k
0%
$100k–150k
1%
$150k–200k
5%
$200k–300k
32%
$300k–500k
48%
Over $500k
10%

Financials

Median HH Income$89,959 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 10% since 2019
Median Home Value$324,800 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,663/mo ↑ 21% since 2019
Total Units14,973
Vacant Units783
Avg HH Size2.30

Income Distribution

Under $25k
9%
$25k–50k
13%
$50k–75k
16%
$75k–100k
15%
$100k–150k
23%
$150k–200k
11%
Over $200k
12%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
80%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
19%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
22%
15–30 min
51%
30–45 min
20%
Over 45 min
7%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
1%
1940s–1950s
19%
1960s–1970s
22%
1980s–1990s
5%
2000+
53%

Summary

Total Units14,973
Vacant783
Owner Occupied72.1%
Renter Occupied27.9%
Avg HH Size2.30
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 23235 is in Richmond, VA, in Chesterfield County.
ZIP code 23235 is located in Virginia (VA).
ZIP code 23235 is in Chesterfield County, VA.
ZIP 23235 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 23235 is 33,207 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 23235 is $89,959 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 23235 is $324,800 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 23235

ZIP code 23235 is located in Richmond, Virginia, within Chesterfield County. With a population of 33,207, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.5 years. Economically, 23235 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $89,959 is above the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 23235 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $324,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,663 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.

The population of 23235 is majority White (68.04%). Residents are highly educated — 61.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.5%. Household income has grown by 10% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 23235 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.

Overall, ZIP code 23235 in Richmond, VA is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 33,207 residents, a median household income of $89,959, and a median home value of $324,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.