Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.64 |
| Below Poverty | 15.8% ▲ 58% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.7% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 9% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,736 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 34,114 (24.3%) |
| Some College | 19,466 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 23,952 (17%) |
| Bachelors | 12,892 (9.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 47,468 (33.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,747 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $289,289 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,278/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 102,542 |
| Vacant Units | 8,085 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Norfolk is a city in Virginia, located in Norfolk (city) County. The city spans 21 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 235,037 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 33.12 years.
Economically, Norfolk is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $64,747 is below the national average. Approximately 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Norfolk is a mid-range housing market. Median home values stand at $289,289, which is near the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,278 per month.
The population of Norfolk is well-educated. 42.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 41.5%.
Norfolk, VA offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Virginia. Spread across 21 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23502 | 19,836 | $66,467 | $244,800 | $1,335 | 5.5% | 37.0% | 48.1% |
| 23503 | 30,559 | $62,428 | $273,100 | $1,195 | 3.5% | 42.2% | 49.0% |
| 23504 | 24,052 | $43,156 | $259,500 | $872 | 13.1% | 32.7% | 35.1% |
| 23505 | 28,983 | $55,678 | $318,600 | $1,279 | 6.0% | 44.2% | 36.3% |
| 23507 | 6,515 | $107,650 | $560,700 | $1,422 | 2.8% | 80.4% | 44.9% |
| 23508 | 20,119 | $74,524 | $384,800 | $1,381 | 5.8% | 62.4% | 50.9% |
| 23509 | 12,912 | $70,715 | $238,500 | $1,259 | 6.0% | 40.1% | 62.0% |
| 23510 | 9,240 | $75,621 | $349,700 | $1,574 | 4.1% | 58.5% | 20.0% |
| 23511 | 10,024 | $70,139 | — | $2,081 | 0.5% | 38.5% | 0.0% |
| 23513 | 29,962 | $66,875 | $226,900 | $1,187 | 4.9% | 34.1% | 55.0% |
| 23517 | 4,550 | $63,556 | $355,800 | $1,397 | 3.1% | 57.3% | 25.0% |
| 23518 | 28,957 | $73,899 | $280,200 | $1,348 | 2.9% | 41.7% | 56.3% |
| 23523 | 7,698 | $37,189 | $222,000 | $986 | 5.7% | 22.0% | 34.1% |