| ZIP Code | 23608 |
|---|---|
| City | Newport News |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Newport News (city) County |
| Area Code | 757/948 |
| Elevation | 32 ft |
| Latitude | 37.147813 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.543036 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51700 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.6 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 14.2% ▲ 42% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 20% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 568 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,580 (28.6%) |
| Some College | 3,775 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 4,548 (17.2%) |
| Bachelors | 2,634 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,359 (27.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,556 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $243,300 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,245/mo ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,448 |
| Vacant Units | 856 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,448 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 856 |
| Owner Occupied | 51.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 48.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
ZIP code 23608 is located in Newport News, Virginia, within Newport News (city) County. With a population of 43,841, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.6 years. Economically, 23608 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $67,556 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 23608 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $243,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,245 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (51.4%) and renters (48.6%). Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 23608 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 39.6%. Residents are moderately educated — 37.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.2%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 23608 stands at 5.9%, 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 23608 in Newport News, VA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 43,841 residents, a median household income of $67,556, and a median home value of $243,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.