Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 12.7% ▲ 27% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 123 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,252 (38.7%) |
| Some College | 1,905 (14%) |
| Associates | 1,933 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,726 (12.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,636 (19.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,370 ▼ 29% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $139,822 ▼ 50% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $644/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 12,108 |
| Vacant Units | 3,187 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Carroll County is located in Virginia and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 20,527 residents. With a median age of 48.21, it is a mature county.
Carroll County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,369 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Carroll County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $139,822 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $644. Homeownership rates are high at 77.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Carroll County are primarily White (94.03%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 32.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Carroll County, VA is a working-class area in Virginia. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24317 | Cana | 3,559 | $40,000 | $106,800 | $749 | 5.6% | 39.7% |
| 24325 | Dugspur | 1,023 | $80,102 | $139,900 | — | 0.7% | 37.4% |
| 24328 | Fancy Gap | 1,724 | $54,286 | $168,800 | $541 | 7.6% | 34.1% |
| 24343 | Hillsville | 8,942 | $53,933 | $139,900 | $674 | 4.4% | 27.2% |
| 24352 | Laurel Fork | 1,321 | $47,750 | $158,100 | $443 | 1.5% | 42.3% |
| 24381 | Woodlawn | 3,480 | $65,179 | $155,200 | $588 | 2.4% | 31.7% |