Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.97 |
| Below Poverty | 13.8% ▲ 38% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,057 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 31,693 (28.1%) |
| Some College | 15,793 (14%) |
| Associates | 13,431 (11.9%) |
| Bachelors | 10,088 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 39,658 (35.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,063 ▼ 13% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $227,379 ▼ 18% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,065/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 80,319 |
| Vacant Units | 7,661 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Roanoke is a city in Virginia, located in Roanoke (city) County. The city spans 41 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 170,852 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 41.12 years.
Economically, Roanoke is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $66,062 is near the national average. Approximately 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Roanoke is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $227,379, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,064 per month. Homeownership is high at 61.7%, typical of suburban and family-oriented communities.
The population of Roanoke is well-educated. 43.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is majority White (66.35%).
Roanoke, VA offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Virginia. Spread across 41 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. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24011 | 789 | $55,882 | $839,300 | $1,091 | 1.5% | 83.6% | 7.0% |
| 24012 | 28,734 | $51,002 | $177,000 | $1,002 | 5.0% | 33.9% | 54.6% |
| 24013 | 7,685 | $53,070 | $111,500 | $1,017 | 3.4% | 21.5% | 45.3% |
| 24014 | 15,443 | $65,089 | $260,300 | $949 | 3.7% | 48.7% | 68.3% |
| 24015 | 15,761 | $69,840 | $251,000 | $884 | 3.3% | 54.3% | 62.7% |
| 24016 | 9,828 | $43,727 | $118,800 | $972 | 5.9% | 37.6% | 18.9% |
| 24017 | 24,565 | $45,954 | $139,800 | $966 | 10.5% | 26.1% | 52.4% |
| 24018 | 38,835 | $90,383 | $327,600 | $1,221 | 2.5% | 61.2% | 73.8% |
| 24019 | 28,615 | $75,329 | $237,900 | $1,207 | 2.7% | 41.9% | 76.9% |