| ZIP Code | 23405 |
|---|---|
| City | Machipongo |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Northampton County |
| Area Code | 757/948 |
| Elevation | 14 ft |
| Latitude | 37.411724 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.926597 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51131 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.2 yrs ↓ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.12 |
| Below Poverty | 22.1% ▲ 121% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 45% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 268 (29.4%) |
| Some College | 80 (8.8%) |
| Associates | 204 (22.3%) |
| Bachelors | 48 (5.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 313 (34.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,500 ▼ 22% below avg ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $343,100 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 737 |
| Vacant Units | 139 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.12 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 737 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 139 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.12 |
ZIP code 23405 is located in Machipongo, Virginia, within Northampton County. With a population of 1,295, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.2 years. Economically, 23405 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,500 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 23405 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $343,100 is above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 82.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 23405 is majority White (56.99%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.1%. Household income has declined by 4% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 23405 stands at 2.7%, which is below the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 23405 in Machipongo, VA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,295 residents, a median household income of $59,500, and a median home value of $343,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.