ZIP Code 22556, Virginia
ZIP Code 22556 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 22556 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Fauquier County / Stafford County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 31,785. The land area covers 46.35 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31,785 | ±1,953 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.5 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,665 | ±626 | 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 | 10,023 | ±608 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,665 | ±626 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 358 | ±159 |
| Median Home Value | $486,100 | ±$20,752 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,893 | ±$245 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $137,287 | ±$10,616 |
| Per Capita Income | $50,272 | ±$3,201 |
| Poverty Rate | 6% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,893 | ±1,107 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 15,413 | ±1,130 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.3% | ±1.5% |
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: 75,865 (2024)
ID: 176677
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
10 HOTEL ST, STE 208, WARRENTON VA 20186-3208
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dumfries, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Fredericksburg, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Midland, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Stafford, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Stafford, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Stafford, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Woodbridge, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Manassas, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Woodbridge, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Woodbridge, 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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University of Mary Washington
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College | 13.0 mi away | 1301 College Ave, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401-5300 |
5406541000
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PORTER BRANCH
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 2001 PARKWAY BLVD, STAFFORD, VA, 22554 |
(540) 372-1144
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Paul Mitchell the School-Woodbridge
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College Vocational | 15.7 mi away | 14445 Potomac Mills Road, Woodbridge, VA, 22192 |
7034982009
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FRIED CENTER
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 124 OLD POTOMAC CHURCH ROAD, STAFFORD, VA, 22554 |
(540) 372-1144
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Germanna Community College
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College | 16.3 mi away | 2130 Germanna Hwy, Locust Grove, VA, 22508-2102 |
5404239030
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HOWELL BRANCH
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 806 LYONS BLVD, STAFFORD, VA, 22406 |
(540) 372-1144
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Eastern Virginia Career College
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College | 17.1 mi away | 10304 Spotsylvania Ave, Suite 400, Fredericksburg, VA, 22408 |
5403732200
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INDEPENDENT HILL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 14418 BRISTOW ROAD, MANASSAS, VA, 20112 |
(703) 792-5668
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Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Manassas
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College | 21.1 mi away | 10640 Davidson Place, Manassas, VA, 20109 |
7032575515
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DUMFRIES LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 18115 TRIANGLE SHOPPING CENTER, DUMFRIES, VA, 22026 |
(703) 792-5678
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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 QUANTICO MCAS, VA US, located 11.7 miles from ZCTA5 22556. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.8° | 28.3° | 36.6° | 2.66" | 3.5" |
| February | 48.3° | 30.4° | 39.4° | 2.36" | 5.8" |
| March | 56.3° | 37.1° | 46.7° | 3.58" | 1.4" |
| April | 67.8° | 47.1° | 57.5° | 3.16" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.5° | 56.8° | 66.1° | 3.63" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.7° | 65.9° | 74.8° | 3.53" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.0° | 70.7° | 79.3° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.1° | 69.0° | 77.6° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.5° | 62.1° | 70.8° | 3.43" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.8° | 49.7° | 59.2° | 3.33" | 0.0" |
| November | 57.8° | 39.3° | 48.6° | 3.14" | 0.0" |
| December | 48.6° | 32.2° | 40.4° | 3.33" | 1.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Arrowhead CDP | CDP | 1.6 mi | — |
| Vista Woods CDP | CDP | 2.5 mi | — |
| Park Ridge CDP | CDP | 4.0 mi | — |
| Camp Barrett CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| Embrey Mill CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| Colonial Forge CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 22556. • 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.