Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 16.7% ▲ 67% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.1% ▲ 9% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 87 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,506 (31.3%) |
| Some College | 834 (10.4%) |
| Associates | 1,158 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 639 (8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,792 (34.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,949 ▼ 24% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $290,606 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $732/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,456 |
| Vacant Units | 2,118 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Northampton County is located in Virginia and encompasses 16 ZIP codes spanning 16 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 12,115 residents. With a median age of 48.59, it is a mature county.
Northampton County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $57,949 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 16.7% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Northampton County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $290,606 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $731. Homeownership rates are high at 65.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Northampton County are majority White (55.59%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 42.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Northampton County, VA is a solidly middle-class area in Virginia. The 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23307 | Birdsnest | 652 | $43,350 | $145,500 | $893 | 7.3% | 18.6% |
| 23310 | Cape Charles | 4,934 | $53,482 | $344,700 | $795 | 5.0% | 44.0% |
| 23316 | Cheriton | 71 | $93,750 | $218,800 | — | 0.0% | 14.8% |
| 23347 | Eastville | 488 | $84,479 | — | $478 | 0.0% | 43.6% |
| 23350 | Exmore | 2,993 | $51,667 | $180,100 | $674 | 3.5% | 38.6% |
| 23354 | Franktown | 472 | $152,931 | $493,100 | — | 0.0% | 94.5% |
| 23405 | Machipongo | 1,295 | $59,500 | $343,100 | — | 2.7% | 39.5% |
| 23413 | Nassawadox | 868 | $44,167 | — | $590 | 2.0% | 31.0% |