| ZIP Code | 24595 |
|---|---|
| City | Sweet Briar |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Amherst County |
| Area Code | 434 |
| Elevation | 753 ft |
| Latitude | 37.56071 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.081021 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51009 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 19.8 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.00 |
| Below Poverty | 6.0% ▼ 40% below avg |
| College Grads | 64.0% ▲ 65% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.7% ▲ 78% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 31 (36%) |
| Graduate Degree | 55 (64%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Total Units | 60 |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.00 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 60 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | 25.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 75.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.00 |
ZIP code 24595 is located in Sweet Briar, Virginia, within Amherst County. With a population of 587, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 19.8 years.
The population of 24595 is primarily White (77.51%). Residents are highly educated — 64.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.0%.
The unemployment rate in 24595 stands at 8.7%, which is significantly above the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 49%.
Overall, ZIP code 24595 in Sweet Briar, VA is characterized as highly educated, and a young community.