| ZIP Code | 24121 |
|---|---|
| City | Moneta |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Bedford County |
| Area Code | 540/826 |
| Elevation | 981 ft |
| Latitude | 37.168916 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.647411 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51019 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 56.4 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.25 |
| Below Poverty | 8.4% ▼ 17% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.0% ▲ 19% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| HS Graduate | 2,431 (30.5%) |
| Some College | 767 (9.6%) |
| Associates | 1,097 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 954 (12%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,711 (34.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $88,024 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $353,100 ▲ 27% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,227/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,407 |
| Vacant Units | 2,613 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,407 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,613 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
ZIP code 24121 is located in Moneta, Virginia, within Bedford County. With a population of 10,782, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 56.4 years. Economically, 24121 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $88,024 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 24121 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $353,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,227 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 24121 is primarily White (91.97%). Residents are well-educated — 46.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.4%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 24121 stands at 4.9%, which is near the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 24121 in Moneta, VA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,782 residents, a median household income of $88,024, and a median home value of $353,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.