| ZIP Code | 24556 |
|---|---|
| City | Goode |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Bedford County |
| Area Code | 540/826 |
| Elevation | 849 ft |
| Latitude | 37.375825 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.399305 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51019 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.4 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 7.2% ▼ 28% below avg |
| College Grads | 38.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 1.4% ▼ 72% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 26 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 572 (29.1%) |
| Some College | 250 (12.7%) |
| Associates | 365 (18.6%) |
| Bachelors | 196 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 555 (28.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $84,773 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $368,800 ▲ 32% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 1,134 |
| Vacant Units | 64 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,134 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 64 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
ZIP code 24556 is located in Goode, Virginia, within Bedford County. With a population of 2,695, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 52.4 years. Economically, 24556 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $84,773 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 24556 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $368,800 is above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 91.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 24556 is primarily White (88.53%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.2%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 24556 stands at 1.4%, which is well below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 24556 in Goode, VA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,695 residents, a median household income of $84,773, and a median home value of $368,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.