ZIP Code 22538, Virginia
ZIP Code 22538 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 22538 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Caroline County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 348. The land area covers 24.30 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 348 | ±230 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 59.2 yrs | ±11.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 129 | ±87 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 129 | ±87 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 129 | ±87 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±13 |
| Median Home Value | $326,600 | ±$243,152 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $37,645 | ±$39,011 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.7% | ±5.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 20 | ±24 |
| Unemployment Rate | 16% | ±15.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 105 | ±86 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 59.7% | ±21.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 33,477 (2024)
ID: 136005
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR, PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVEL
PO BOX 447, BOWLING GREEN VA 22427-0447
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Fredericksburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fredericksburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Fredericksburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Milford, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Stafford, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Milford, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Milford, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fredericksburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | N | Fredericksburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Fredericksburg, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Eastern Virginia Career College
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College | 12.4 mi away | 10304 Spotsylvania Ave, Suite 400, Fredericksburg, VA, 22408 |
5403732200
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PORT ROYAL BRANCH
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 419 KING STREET, PORT ROYAL, VA, 22535 |
(804) 742-5254
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University of Mary Washington
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College | 13.3 mi away | 1301 College Ave, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401-5300 |
5406541000
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L. E. SMOOT MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 9533 KINGS HIGHWAY, KING GEORGE, VA, 22485 |
(540) 775-2147
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CAROLINE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 17202 RICHMOND TURNPIKE, BOWLING GREEN, VA, 22427 |
(804) 633-5455
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FREDERICKSBURG BRANCH
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 1201 CAROLINE ST, FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22401 |
(540) 372-1144
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TOWNE CENTRE BRANCH
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 390 SPOTSYLVANIA MALL, FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22407 |
(540) 372-1144
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SALEM CHURCH BRANCH
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 2607 SALEM CHURCH RD, FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22407 |
(540) 372-1144
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FRIED CENTER
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 124 OLD POTOMAC CHURCH ROAD, STAFFORD, VA, 22554 |
(540) 372-1144
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HOWELL BRANCH
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 806 LYONS BLVD, STAFFORD, VA, 22406 |
(540) 372-1144
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at CORBIN, VA US, located 5.4 miles from ZCTA5 22538. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.0° | 26.3° | 35.7° | 3.28" | 3.6" |
| February | 48.5° | 28.4° | 38.4° | 2.89" | 5.0" |
| March | 56.7° | 35.0° | 45.8° | 3.89" | 0.9" |
| April | 67.9° | 44.5° | 56.2° | 3.54" | 0.1" |
| May | 75.4° | 53.5° | 64.5° | 4.13" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.1° | 62.4° | 72.8° | 3.97" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.4° | 66.8° | 77.1° | 3.96" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.6° | 65.1° | 75.4° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.0° | 58.4° | 68.7° | 4.66" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.6° | 46.6° | 57.6° | 4.00" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.1° | 36.7° | 47.4° | 3.32" | 0.1" |
| December | 48.6° | 30.0° | 39.3° | 3.63" | 1.8" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Royal town | Town | 4.6 mi | — |
| Passapatanzy CDP | CDP | 7.7 mi | — |
| King George CDP | CDP | 7.8 mi | — |
| Fairview Beach CDP | CDP | 9.5 mi | — |
| Bowling Green town | Town | 10.4 mi | — |
| Ferry Farm CDP | CDP | 11.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 22538. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.