Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 12.7% ▲ 27% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.4% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 11% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 157 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,937 (29.5%) |
| Some College | 1,945 (14.6%) |
| Associates | 1,466 (11%) |
| Bachelors | 1,013 (7.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,847 (36.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,516 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $297,048 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,118/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 12,426 |
| Vacant Units | 3,928 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Nelson County is located in Virginia and encompasses 14 ZIP codes spanning 14 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 19,875 residents. With a median age of 48.05, it is a mature county.
Nelson County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $77,515 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Nelson County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $297,048 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,118. Homeownership rates are high at 79.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Nelson County are primarily White (81.97%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 42.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Nelson County, VA is a middle-income area in Virginia. The 14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22920 | Afton | 3,744 | $100,760 | $357,200 | $1,075 | 0.6% | 53.6% |
| 22922 | Arrington | 2,255 | $56,992 | $209,800 | — | 6.4% | 37.2% |
| 22938 | Faber | 899 | $95,750 | $249,700 | $1,317 | 1.9% | 52.7% |
| 24553 | Gladstone | 1,553 | $59,583 | $163,600 | $838 | 7.2% | 33.2% |
| 22949 | Lovingston | 1,260 | $50,234 | $259,100 | — | 3.4% | 36.5% |
| 24464 | Montebello | 238 | $34,549 | $562,500 | — | 0.0% | 5.4% |
| 22958 | Nellysford | 2,188 | $94,402 | $490,400 | $1,653 | 0.9% | 74.1% |
| 22964 | Piney River | 206 | $118,125 | $401,400 | — | 0.0% | 30.6% |
| 22967 | Roseland | 2,647 | $69,250 | $255,900 | $911 | 6.0% | 30.0% |
| 22969 | Schuyler | 1,675 | $93,611 | $253,800 | — | 10.6% | 42.0% |
| 22971 | Shipman | 2,349 | $76,151 | $272,700 | $1,032 | 4.7% | 28.0% |
| 22976 | Tyro | 136 | $43,041 | — | — | 20.2% | 0.0% |
| 24599 | Wingina | 725 | $40,020 | — | — | 4.6% | 39.3% |