| ZIP Code | 23601 |
|---|---|
| City | Newport News |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Newport News (city) County |
| Area Code | 757/948 |
| Elevation | 22 ft |
| Latitude | 37.037855 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.479809 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51700 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.4 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 11.0% ▲ 10% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.6% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 19% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 63 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,398 (25.6%) |
| Some College | 2,001 (11.7%) |
| Associates | 3,232 (18.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,633 (15.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,848 (28.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,345 ≈ Avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $235,600 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,231/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,593 |
| Vacant Units | 1,037 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,593 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,037 |
| Owner Occupied | 56.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 43.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
ZIP code 23601 is located in Newport News, Virginia, within Newport News (city) County. With a population of 26,557, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.4 years. Economically, 23601 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $71,345 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 23601 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $235,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,231 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (56.2%) and renters (43.8%). Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 23601 is majority White (51.39%). Residents are well-educated — 43.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.0%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 23601 stands at 4.0%, which is below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 23601 in Newport News, VA is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 26,557 residents, a median household income of $71,345, and a median home value of $235,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.