Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 11.3% ▲ 13% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 239 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,427 (39%) |
| Some College | 2,516 (13.2%) |
| Associates | 2,499 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,842 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,526 (23.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $87,088 ▲ 14% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $284,414 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,374/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 12,237 |
| Vacant Units | 968 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Caroline County is located in Virginia and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 30,391 residents. With a median age of 38.76, it is a middle-aged county.
Caroline County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $87,088 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 11.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Caroline County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $284,414 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,374. Homeownership rates are high at 80.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Caroline County are majority White (61.25%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Caroline County, VA is a middle-income area in Virginia. The 10 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22427 | Bowling Green | 4,301 | $76,635 | $293,000 | $868 | 3.3% | 25.6% |
| 22514 | Milford | 2,397 | $74,063 | $251,200 | $963 | 4.9% | 38.6% |
| 22535 | Port Royal | 602 | $119,135 | $334,100 | $1,732 | 0.0% | 66.1% |
| 22546 | Ruther Glen | 17,857 | $89,097 | $279,400 | $1,532 | 4.6% | 33.2% |
| 22580 | Woodford | 4,956 | $91,328 | $302,400 | $1,402 | 2.7% | 32.5% |