Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | -6.69 |
| Below Poverty | 13.6% ▲ 36% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.7% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 51% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 209 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,405 (32.5%) |
| Some College | 2,373 (17.5%) |
| Associates | 2,202 (16.2%) |
| Bachelors | 970 (7.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,411 (25.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,833 ▼ 24% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $209,062 ▼ 25% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $846/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 10,520 |
| Vacant Units | 1,694 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Prince Edward County is located in Virginia and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 25,033 residents. With a median age of 35.1, it is a relatively young county.
Prince Edward County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $57,832 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.4%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 13.6% is above the national average.
Housing in Prince Edward County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $209,062 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $846. Homeownership rates are high at 61.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Prince Edward County are majority White (61.37%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Prince Edward County, VA is a solidly middle-class area in Virginia. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23901 | Farmville | 15,016 | $51,992 | $220,200 | $878 | 2.4% | 34.7% |
| 23942 | Green Bay | 1,403 | $84,625 | $223,400 | $724 | 0.0% | 29.6% |
| 23954 | Meherrin | 2,364 | $75,382 | $160,400 | $693 | 0.9% | 25.0% |
| 23960 | Prospect | 2,177 | $61,563 | $193,400 | $725 | 2.1% | 25.6% |
| 23966 | Rice | 1,877 | $58,101 | $188,700 | $1,019 | 4.2% | 34.2% |