Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 16.0% ▲ 60% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.6% ▼ 13% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 152 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,166 (34.8%) |
| Some College | 3,420 (16.6%) |
| Associates | 2,951 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,706 (13.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,169 (20.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,894 ▼ 27% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $168,159 ▼ 40% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $749/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 15,394 |
| Vacant Units | 1,954 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Wythe County is located in Virginia and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 31,038 residents. With a median age of 44.88, it is a middle-aged county.
Wythe County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,894 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 16.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Wythe County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $168,159 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $749. Homeownership rates are high at 77.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Wythe County are primarily White (93.59%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Wythe County, VA is a solidly middle-class area in Virginia. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24312 | Austinville | 1,586 | $38,993 | $138,600 | $816 | 15.5% | 44.2% |
| 24313 | Barren Springs | 831 | $46,458 | — | — | 4.1% | 8.1% |
| 24323 | Crockett | 929 | $71,094 | $146,300 | — | 0.0% | 33.7% |
| 24350 | Ivanhoe | 1,385 | $51,619 | $98,100 | — | 4.7% | 16.8% |
| 24360 | Max Meadows | 5,647 | $61,483 | $211,200 | $844 | 6.3% | 28.5% |
| 24368 | Rural Retreat | 5,372 | $66,234 | $163,200 | $725 | 5.0% | 39.6% |
| 24374 | Speedwell | 514 | $42,938 | $91,300 | $997 | 0.0% | 21.8% |
| 24382 | Wytheville | 14,751 | $52,234 | $167,300 | $706 | 2.3% | 35.6% |