| ZIP Code | 23838 |
|---|---|
| City | Chesterfield |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Chesterfield County |
| Area Code | 686/804 |
| Elevation | 290 ft |
| Latitude | 37.317516 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.633869 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51041 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.79 |
| Below Poverty | 3.0% ▼ 70% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.4% ▲ 43% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.2% ▼ 34% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 55 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,266 (19.5%) |
| Some College | 1,263 (10.9%) |
| Associates | 1,612 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,397 (12%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,044 (43.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $130,376 ▲ 71% above avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $431,400 ▲ 55% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,454/mo ↓ 8% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,299 |
| Vacant Units | 143 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.79 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,299 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 143 |
| Owner Occupied | 96.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 4.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.79 |
ZIP code 23838 is located in Chesterfield, Virginia, within Chesterfield County. With a population of 17,213, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.5 years. Economically, 23838 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $130,376 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 23838 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $431,400 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,454 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 96.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 23838 is primarily White (75.09%). Residents are well-educated — 55.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.0%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 23838 stands at 3.2%, 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 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 23838 in Chesterfield, VA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,213 residents, a median household income of $130,376, and a median home value of $431,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.