| ZIP Code | 25414 |
|---|---|
| City | Charles Town |
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Area Code | 304/681 |
| Elevation | 475 ft |
| Latitude | 39.241794 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.864849 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 54037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.1 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.58 |
| Below Poverty | 6.8% ▼ 32% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.2% ▲ 22% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 25% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 95 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,441 (25.5%) |
| Some College | 1,946 (14.4%) |
| Associates | 1,651 (12.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,189 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,187 (38.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $101,020 ▲ 32% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $365,500 ▲ 31% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,036/mo ↑ 9% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,263 |
| Vacant Units | 466 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,263 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 466 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
ZIP code 25414 is located in Charles Town, West Virginia, within Jefferson County. With a population of 20,273, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.1 years. Economically, 25414 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $101,020 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 25414 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $365,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,036 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 25414 is primarily White (78.06%). Residents are well-educated — 47.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.8%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 25414 stands at 3.7%, which is 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 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 25414 in Charles Town, WV is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 20,273 residents, a median household income of $101,020, and a median home value of $365,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of West Virginia.