ZIP Code 22656, Virginia
ZIP Code 22656 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 22656 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Frederick County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,360. The land area covers 8.79 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,360 | ±635 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.4 yrs | ±2.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,010 | ±222 | 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 | 2,047 | ±221 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,010 | ±222 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 37 | ±53 |
| Median Home Value | $401,200 | ±$57,069 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,340 | ±$273 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $107,135 | ±$11,976 |
| Per Capita Income | $54,374 | ±$6,999 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.9% | ±2.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 207 | ±151 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.2% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,980 | ±459 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.4% | ±5.2% |
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: 98,109 (2024)
ID: 176680
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
107 N KENT ST, WINCHESTER VA 22601-5000
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Winchester, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Winchester, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Winchester, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Hedgesville, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Stephens City, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Boyce, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Bunker Hill, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Charles Town, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Berryville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Berryville, 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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Shenandoah University
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College | 4.7 mi away | 1460 University Dr, Winchester, VA, 22601-5195 |
5406654500
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HANDLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 100 W. PICCADILLY ST., WINCHESTER, VA, 22601 |
(540) 662-9041
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American Public University System
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College | 13.7 mi away | 111 W Congress St, Charles Town, WV, 25414 |
8777552787
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SOUTH JEFFERSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 49 CHURCH STREET, SUMMIT POINT, WV, 25446 |
(304) 725-6227
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Catholic International University
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College | 13.7 mi away | 300 S. George Street, Charles Town, WV, 25414 |
88825442380
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CLARKE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 101 CHALMERS COURT, SUITE C, BERRYVILLE, VA, 22611 |
(540) 955-5144
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Laurel Ridge Community College
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College | 15.5 mi away | 173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, VA, 22645 |
8009065322
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MARY JANE AND JAMES L. BOWMAN LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 971 TASKER RD., STEPHENS CITY, VA, 22655 |
(540) 869-9000
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Blue Ridge Community and Technical College
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College | 15.8 mi away | 13650 Apple Harvest Drive, Martinsburg, WV, 25403 |
3042604380
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MUSSELMAN-SOUTH BERKELEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 126 EXCELLENCE WAY, INWOOD, WV, 25428 |
(304) 229-2220
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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 WINCHESTER 7 SE, VA US, located 2.6 miles from ZCTA5 22656. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.1° | 21.2° | 31.6° | 2.48" | — |
| February | 45.4° | 22.7° | 34.0° | 2.23" | — |
| March | 53.4° | 28.8° | 41.1° | 3.43" | — |
| April | 65.6° | 38.4° | 52.0° | 3.22" | — |
| May | 74.2° | 48.9° | 61.6° | 3.94" | — |
| June | 82.6° | 58.0° | 70.3° | 4.04" | — |
| July | 87.1° | 62.8° | 75.0° | 3.82" | — |
| August | 85.5° | 60.9° | 73.2° | 3.66" | — |
| September | 78.7° | 53.5° | 66.1° | 4.39" | — |
| October | 67.4° | 41.4° | 54.4° | 3.05" | — |
| November | 56.0° | 32.0° | 44.0° | 2.89" | — |
| December | 45.7° | 25.1° | 35.4° | 2.81" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brucetown CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| Winchester city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Berryville town | Town | 8.1 mi | — |
| Middleway CDP | CDP | 8.7 mi | — |
| Boyce town | Town | 9.0 mi | — |
| Inwood CDP | CDP | 9.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 22656. • 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.