Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.86 |
| Below Poverty | 17.0% ▲ 70% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.6% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 26% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 820 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 18,597 (30.6%) |
| Some College | 9,019 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 11,386 (18.7%) |
| Bachelors | 6,225 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,806 (24.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,342 ▼ 22% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $226,270 ▼ 19% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,278/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 43,214 |
| Vacant Units | 3,555 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Portsmouth (city) County is located in Virginia and encompasses 8 ZIP codes. The county has an estimated population of 97,246 residents. With a median age of 36.39, it is a relatively young county.
Portsmouth (city) County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $59,341 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.2%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 17.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Portsmouth (city) County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $226,270 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,277.
The residents of Portsmouth (city) County are majority Black (51.19%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 34.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Portsmouth (city) County, VA is a solidly middle-class area in Virginia. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23701 | Portsmouth | 24,430 | $63,389 | $218,900 | $1,313 | 6.9% | 32.8% |
| 23702 | Portsmouth | 12,087 | $48,288 | $188,600 | $1,228 | 8.0% | 22.5% |
| 23703 | Portsmouth | 26,364 | $75,804 | $273,700 | $1,377 | 4.0% | 41.3% |
| 23704 | Portsmouth | 19,235 | $44,739 | $197,400 | $1,279 | 8.5% | 32.7% |
| 23707 | Portsmouth | 14,311 | $51,070 | $222,100 | $1,076 | 4.5% | 38.0% |