Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | -7.27 |
| Below Poverty | 21.4% ▲ 114% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.8% ▲ 16% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.8% ▲ 38% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 23 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,392 (20.5%) |
| Some College | 1,245 (10.7%) |
| Associates | 2,234 (19.2%) |
| Bachelors | 992 (8.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,763 (40.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,503 ▼ 21% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $230,000 ▼ 18% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $999/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 10,043 |
| Vacant Units | 1,574 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Radford is a city in Virginia, located in Radford (city) County. The city spans 3 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 23,613 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 32.17 years.
Economically, Radford is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $60,503 is below the national average. Approximately 21.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 6.8%, above the national average.
The real estate market in Radford is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $230,000, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $999 per month.
The population of Radford is well-educated. 44.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — above the national average. The community is primarily White (83.58%).
Radford, VA offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Virginia. Spread across 3 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. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24141 | 21,378 | $60,503 | $230,000 | $999 | 6.2% | 49.5% | 56.2% |