| ZIP Code | 24230 |
|---|---|
| City | Coeburn |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Wise County |
| Area Code | 276 |
| Elevation | 2,648 ft |
| Latitude | 36.968669 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.451369 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51195 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 15.0% ▲ 50% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.7% ▼ 29% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.9% ▲ 103% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 112 (2.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,936 (46.6%) |
| Some College | 467 (11.2%) |
| Associates | 487 (11.7%) |
| Bachelors | 421 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 729 (17.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,040 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $104,900 ▼ 62% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $725/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,863 |
| Vacant Units | 1,015 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,863 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,015 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 24230 is located in Coeburn, Virginia, within Wise County. With a population of 7,057, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.2 years. Economically, 24230 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $56,040 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 24230 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $104,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $725 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 24230 is primarily White (93.10%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.0%. Household income has grown by 41% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 24230 stands at 9.9%, which is more than double the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 24230 in Coeburn, VA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,057 residents, a median household income of $56,040, and a median home value of $104,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.