Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 14.8% ▲ 48% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.5% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 567 (2.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,624 (32.7%) |
| Some College | 4,153 (17.8%) |
| Associates | 3,688 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 3,294 (14.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,018 (17.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,109 ▼ 34% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $121,038 ▼ 57% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $716/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 18,235 |
| Vacant Units | 3,341 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Henry County is located in Virginia and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 37,150 residents. With a median age of 46.49, it is a mature county.
Henry County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $50,108 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 14.8% is above the national average.
Housing in Henry County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $121,038 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $716. Homeownership rates are high at 76.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Henry County are primarily White (74.26%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Henry 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24054 | Axton | 6,046 | $57,668 | $123,200 | $898 | 5.9% | 23.8% |
| 24055 | Bassett | 11,520 | $41,733 | $113,900 | $524 | 2.7% | 32.9% |
| 24078 | Collinsville | 7,217 | $51,579 | $122,300 | $725 | 4.4% | 42.4% |
| 24089 | Fieldale | 2,074 | $42,900 | $85,500 | $709 | 0.0% | 15.8% |
| 24148 | Ridgeway | 8,528 | $54,155 | $131,100 | $770 | 3.0% | 32.0% |
| 24165 | Spencer | 1,633 | $62,206 | $150,400 | $1,091 | 7.1% | 19.4% |
| 24168 | Stanleytown | 132 | $56,625 | — | — | 43.9% | 24.0% |