| ZIP Code | 24599 |
|---|---|
| City | Wingina |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Nelson County |
| Area Code | 434 |
| Elevation | 581 ft |
| Latitude | 37.623562 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.72389 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.4 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.61 |
| Below Poverty | 24.8% ▲ 148% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 17 (4.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 101 (26.8%) |
| Some College | 24 (6.4%) |
| Associates | 87 (23.1%) |
| Bachelors | 27 (7.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 121 (32.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $40,020 ▼ 48% below avg ↓ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Total Units | 579 |
| Vacant Units | 130 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.61 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 579 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 130 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.61 |
ZIP code 24599 is located in Wingina, Virginia, within Nelson County. With a population of 725, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.4 years. Economically, 24599 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $40,020 is below the national average.
The population of 24599 is primarily White (100.00%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 24.8%. Household income has declined by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 24599 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 32% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 26%.
Overall, ZIP code 24599 in Wingina, VA is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied.