ZIP Code 22901, Virginia
ZIP Code 22901 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 22901 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Albemarle County / Charlottesville city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 37,237. The land area covers 52.17 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37,237 | ±1,426 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.1 yrs | ±2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 16,684 | ±681 | 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 | 17,826 | ±626 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 16,684 | ±681 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,142 | ±290 |
| Median Home Value | $501,700 | ±$24,798 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,662 | ±$45 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $92,145 | ±$6,166 |
| Per Capita Income | $61,004 | ±$3,543 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.7% | ±2.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,921 | ±840 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.4% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 18,283 | ±1,105 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.1% | ±2.3% |
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: 117,313 (2024)
ID: 176667
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DEPT
401 MCINTIRE RD, CHARLOTTESVILLE VA 22902-4579
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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 | Charlottesville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Charlottesville, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Stanardsville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Charlottesville, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Charlottesville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Earlysville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Crozet, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Charlottesville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Charlottesville, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Charlottesville, 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 Virginia-Main Campus
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College | 4.5 mi away | 1827 University Avenue, Charlottesville, VA, 22903-2628 |
4349240311
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JEFFERSON-MADISON BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 705 W. RIO RD, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, 22901 |
(434) 979-7893
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Piedmont Virginia Community College
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College | 6.7 mi away | 501 College Drive, Charlottesville, VA, 22902-7589 |
4349773900
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NORTHSIDE LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 705 W. RIO RD, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, 22901 |
(434) 973-7893
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Blue Ridge Community College
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College | 24.7 mi away | One College Lane, Weyers Cave, VA, 24486-0080 |
5402349261
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GORDON AVENUE LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 1500 GORDON AVENUE, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, 22903 |
(434) 296-5544
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CENTRAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 201 EAST MARKET ST., CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, 22902 |
(434) 979-7151
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CROZET LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 2020 LIBRARY AVE, CROZET, VA, 22932 |
(434) 823-4050
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GREENE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 222 MAIN STREET, STANARDSVILLE, VA, 22973 |
(434) 985-5227
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COMMUNITY IN MOTION BUS
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Library | 18.1 mi away | 413 PORT REPUBLIC ROAD, WAYNESBORO, VA, 22980 |
(540) 942-6746
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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 FREE UNION, VA US, located 2.0 miles from ZCTA5 22901. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.4° | 23.6° | 34.5° | 3.50" | 4.1" |
| February | 49.1° | 24.6° | 36.8° | 2.84" | 3.1" |
| March | 57.6° | 30.1° | 43.8° | 3.89" | 1.4" |
| April | 68.9° | 40.2° | 54.6° | 3.32" | 0.0" |
| May | 74.4° | 50.8° | 62.6° | 4.31" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.0° | 60.2° | 70.6° | 4.83" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.5° | 64.3° | 74.9° | 4.50" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.8° | 62.7° | 73.2° | 3.44" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.6° | 55.8° | 66.7° | 5.14" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.7° | 43.5° | 56.1° | 3.68" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.8° | 32.9° | 45.8° | 3.76" | 0.1" |
| December | 48.8° | 26.5° | 37.6° | 3.56" | 2.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivy CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| University of Virginia CDP | CDP | 4.0 mi | — |
| Rio CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| Free Union CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Charlottesville city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Earlysville CDP | CDP | 6.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 22901. • 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.