| ZIP Code | 24184 |
|---|---|
| City | Wirtz |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Franklin County |
| Area Code | 540/826 |
| Elevation | 1,044 ft |
| Latitude | 37.087129 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.773642 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51067 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 15.1% ▲ 51% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.5% ▼ 24% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 16 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,011 (33.6%) |
| Some College | 595 (19.7%) |
| Associates | 501 (16.6%) |
| Bachelors | 200 (6.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 690 (22.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,774 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $221,800 ▼ 20% below avg ↓ 9% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $674/mo ↓ 5% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,207 |
| Vacant Units | 400 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,207 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 400 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 24184 is located in Wirtz, Virginia, within Franklin County. With a population of 4,530, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 52 years. Economically, 24184 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,774 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 24184 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $221,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $674 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have decreased by 9% since 2019.
The population of 24184 is primarily White (87.51%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.1%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 24184 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 24184 in Wirtz, VA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,530 residents, a median household income of $65,774, and a median home value of $221,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.