Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 15.5% ▲ 55% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.0% ▼ 35% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 28% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 66 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,068 (43.4%) |
| Some College | 829 (11.7%) |
| Associates | 1,325 (18.7%) |
| Bachelors | 424 (6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,355 (19.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,976 ▼ 16% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $243,538 ▼ 13% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $971/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 5,958 |
| Vacant Units | 1,414 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Essex County is located in Virginia and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 10,963 residents. With a median age of 46.9, it is a mature county.
Essex County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $63,975 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.3%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 15.5% is above the national average.
Housing in Essex County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $243,538 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $970. Homeownership rates are high at 69.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Essex County are majority White (54.73%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 25.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Essex County, VA is a solidly middle-class area in Virginia. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22436 | Caret | 719 | $60,833 | $222,600 | — | 14.3% | 12.6% |
| 22437 | Center Cross | 631 | $101,528 | $321,300 | — | 1.7% | 41.0% |
| 22438 | Champlain | 261 | $113,125 | $222,500 | — | 8.4% | 31.9% |
| 22454 | Dunnsville | 2,278 | $48,377 | $226,500 | $976 | 7.1% | 22.4% |
| 22476 | Hustle | 332 | $51,538 | — | — | 0.0% | 9.1% |
| 22509 | Loretto | 102 | $28,598 | $116,700 | — | 0.0% | 25.4% |
| 22560 | Tappahannock | 6,523 | $65,357 | $247,100 | $969 | 6.0% | 26.7% |