| ZIP Code | 24578 |
|---|---|
| City | Natural Bridge |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Rockbridge County |
| Area Code | 540/826 |
| Elevation | 1,393 ft |
| Latitude | 37.659882 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.56228 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 56.9 yrs ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.10 |
| Below Poverty | 5.1% ▼ 49% below avg |
| College Grads | 27.2% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.7% ▲ 16% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 12 (2.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 137 (32.4%) |
| Some College | 58 (13.7%) |
| Associates | 101 (23.9%) |
| Bachelors | 64 (15.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 51 (12.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,344 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $205,400 ▼ 26% below avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 325 |
| Vacant Units | 88 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 325 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 88 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
ZIP code 24578 is located in Natural Bridge, Virginia, within Rockbridge County. With a population of 525, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 56.9 years. Economically, 24578 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,344 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 24578 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $205,400 is below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 89.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 15% since 2019.
The population of 24578 is primarily White (100.00%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.1%. Household income has grown by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 24578 stands at 5.7%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 96%.
Overall, ZIP code 24578 in Natural Bridge, VA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 525 residents, a median household income of $57,344, and a median home value of $205,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.