| ZIP Code | 24319 |
|---|---|
| City | Chilhowie |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Smyth County |
| Area Code | 276 |
| Elevation | 2,091 ft |
| Latitude | 36.761741 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.65692 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51173 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.46 |
| Below Poverty | 13.1% ▲ 31% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 1.5% ▼ 70% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 59 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,568 (34.5%) |
| Some College | 805 (17.7%) |
| Associates | 444 (9.8%) |
| Bachelors | 715 (15.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 953 (21%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,140 ▼ 36% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $145,400 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $775/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,100 |
| Vacant Units | 353 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,100 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 353 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
ZIP code 24319 is located in Chilhowie, Virginia, within Smyth County. With a population of 6,963, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.1 years. Economically, 24319 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $49,140 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 24319 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $145,400 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $775 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 24319 is primarily White (92.63%). Residents are moderately educated — 36.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.1%.
The unemployment rate in 24319 stands at 1.5%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 24319 in Chilhowie, VA is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,963 residents, a median household income of $49,140, and a median home value of $145,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.