Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 6.5% ▼ 35% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.0% ▲ 52% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 9% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 622 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 12,511 (17.8%) |
| Some College | 6,478 (9.2%) |
| Associates | 9,231 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 6,251 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 35,169 (50.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $104,489 ▲ 37% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $409,218 ▲ 47% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,487/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 46,262 |
| Vacant Units | 4,913 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
James City County is located in Virginia and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 108,536 residents. With a median age of 43.86, it is a middle-aged county.
James City County has a upper-middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $104,489 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 6.5% is well below the national average.
Housing in James City County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $409,218 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,486. Homeownership rates are high at 75.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of James City County are primarily White (71.37%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 59.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly above the national average.
James City County, VA is a upper-middle-income area in Virginia. The 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23168 | Toano | 8,783 | $128,135 | $383,300 | $1,590 | 4.4% | 56.9% |
| 23185 | Williamsburg | 54,411 | $103,507 | $413,500 | $1,425 | 4.9% | 59.3% |
| 23188 | Williamsburg | 45,342 | $101,088 | $409,100 | $1,541 | 3.8% | 59.0% |