Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.43 |
| Below Poverty | 7.5% ▼ 25% below avg |
| College Grads | 49.6% ▲ 28% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 38% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 439 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,511 (24.3%) |
| Some College | 5,090 (11.7%) |
| Associates | 5,637 (13%) |
| Bachelors | 3,866 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17,777 (41%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $80,776 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $279,694 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,111/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 29,204 |
| Vacant Units | 2,444 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Roanoke County is located in Virginia and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 64,427 residents. With a median age of 43.23, it is a middle-aged county.
Roanoke County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $80,776 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 7.5% is well below the national average.
Housing in Roanoke County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $279,694 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,110. Homeownership rates are high at 74.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Roanoke County are primarily White (85.17%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 49.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Roanoke County, VA is a middle-income area in Virginia. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24059 | Bent Mountain | 732 | $63,644 | $224,400 | — | 0.0% | 38.2% |
| 24070 | Catawba | 1,481 | $82,917 | $217,900 | — | 0.0% | 35.1% |
| 24087 | Elliston | 3,948 | $42,631 | $140,500 | $1,044 | 11.2% | 21.7% |
| 24018 | Roanoke | 38,835 | $90,383 | $327,600 | $1,221 | 2.5% | 61.2% |
| 24179 | Vinton | 18,834 | $69,461 | $217,100 | $898 | 2.3% | 33.0% |