Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.64 |
| Below Poverty | 15.8% ▲ 58% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.7% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 9% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,736 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 34,114 (24.3%) |
| Some College | 19,466 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 23,952 (17%) |
| Bachelors | 12,892 (9.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 47,468 (33.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,747 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $289,289 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,278/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 102,542 |
| Vacant Units | 8,085 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Norfolk (city) County is located in Virginia and encompasses 21 ZIP codes. The county has an estimated population of 235,037 residents. With a median age of 33.12, it is a relatively young county.
Norfolk (city) County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $64,747 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 15.8% is above the national average.
Housing in Norfolk (city) County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $289,289 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,278.
The residents of Norfolk (city) County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 41.5%. Educational attainment is well-educated — 42.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Norfolk (city) County, VA is a solidly middle-class area in Virginia. The 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23502 | Norfolk | 19,836 | $66,467 | $244,800 | $1,335 | 5.5% | 37.0% |
| 23503 | Norfolk | 30,559 | $62,428 | $273,100 | $1,195 | 3.5% | 42.2% |
| 23504 | Norfolk | 24,052 | $43,156 | $259,500 | $872 | 13.1% | 32.7% |
| 23505 | Norfolk | 28,983 | $55,678 | $318,600 | $1,279 | 6.0% | 44.2% |
| 23507 | Norfolk | 6,515 | $107,650 | $560,700 | $1,422 | 2.8% | 80.4% |
| 23508 | Norfolk | 20,119 | $74,524 | $384,800 | $1,381 | 5.8% | 62.4% |
| 23509 | Norfolk | 12,912 | $70,715 | $238,500 | $1,259 | 6.0% | 40.1% |
| 23510 | Norfolk | 9,240 | $75,621 | $349,700 | $1,574 | 4.1% | 58.5% |
| 23511 | Norfolk | 10,024 | $70,139 | — | $2,081 | 0.5% | 38.5% |
| 23513 | Norfolk | 29,962 | $66,875 | $226,900 | $1,187 | 4.9% | 34.1% |
| 23517 | Norfolk | 4,550 | $63,556 | $355,800 | $1,397 | 3.1% | 57.3% |
| 23518 | Norfolk | 28,957 | $73,899 | $280,200 | $1,348 | 2.9% | 41.7% |
| 23523 | Norfolk | 7,698 | $37,189 | $222,000 | $986 | 5.7% | 22.0% |